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R516 KRY

1997 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,377 mi
Last recorded31,377 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 31,377 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 31,377 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 30,141 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 27,274 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2010 27,274 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 24,648 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 24,496 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 23,780 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 23,780 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2005 21,327 miles

Centre Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2005 21,327 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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R516 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 24,820 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 R516 KRY, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R516 KRY registered?

R516 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R516 KRY safe to buy?

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