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P727 CJT

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,290 mi
Last recorded45,290 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP727 CJT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 45,290 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 44,590 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 44,234 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 44,929 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 44,929 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 41,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 38,588 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,932 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 34,528 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2009 32,771 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Aug 2008 31,978 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 30,122 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 30,122 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 28,420 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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P727 CJT is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P727 CJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P727 CJT registered?

P727 CJT is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 8 July 1997.

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