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R508 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,690 mi
Last recorded13,690 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 13,690 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 13,632 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 13,614 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2011 13,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 13,608 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 13,545 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2010 13,545 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 13 May 2010 13,544 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2009 13,446 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 13,371 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,958 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 11,975 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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R508 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,403 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 Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R508 LUT, 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 28 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 R508 LUT registered?

R508 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R508 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 LUT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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