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M496 HVC

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

33,990 mi
Last recorded33,990 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM496 HVC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 33,990 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 33,990 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 33,051 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 33,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2016 32,213 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 31,074 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 30,025 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 28,852 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

left hand front footrest has a section broken off the end leaving only a small section for use

Fail 31 Mar 2012 28,851 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

left hand front footrest has a section broken off the end leaving only a small section for use

Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,958 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 26,958 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 26,086 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 25,631 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 25,589 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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M496 HVC is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 M496 HVC, 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 M496 HVC registered?

M496 HVC is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 December 1994.

Is M496 HVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M496 HVC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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