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R550 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,761 mi
Last recorded18,761 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 18,761 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 18,194 miles

Number plate starting to delaminate but is still readable.

Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,679 miles

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

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

number plate slightly distorted

Pass 10 Jun 2010 17,357 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 17,357 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,702 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,747 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 14,447 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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R550 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R550 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 R550 LUT registered?

R550 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R550 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R550 LUT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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