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R668 JGO

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,243 mi
Last recorded37,243 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR668 JGO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 37,243 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 37,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 36,305 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 36,280 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 30,336 miles

Offside Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 30,208 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 29,308 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2010 29,193 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2010 29,193 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2010 29,193 miles

Outer Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Outer Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 28,726 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 26,657 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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R668 JGO 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 66.7%.

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 R668 JGO, 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 R668 JGO registered?

R668 JGO is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R668 JGO safe to buy?

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