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L991 KBA

1994 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

45,559 mi
Last recorded45,559 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL991 KBA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 45,559 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 44,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 43,364 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 42,386 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 41,581 miles

reduced damping on front forks

Fail 23 Apr 2020 41,573 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

reduced damping on front forks

Pass 4 Jun 2014 41,285 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 40,995 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 40,621 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 40,092 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 May 2011 40,092 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,521 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 May 2009 38,536 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 36,915 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 34,612 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 34,612 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 32,463 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?

Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 254
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 254
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 251
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L991 KBA is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 29,480 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L991 KBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 32 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L991 KBA registered?

L991 KBA is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 7 June 1994.

Is L991 KBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L991 KBA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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