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MBW 597N

1993 Triumph Trident

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,863 mi
Last recorded14,863 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 597N
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 14,863 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 14,856 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,849 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,840 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 14,745 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 14,738 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

front tyre wearing uneven

Fail 10 Jun 2009 14,721 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 21 Apr 2008 14,530 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 14,215 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 13,991 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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MBW 597N is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 MBW 597N, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MBW 597N registered?

MBW 597N is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is MBW 597N safe to buy?

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