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R675 TPX

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

27,084 mi
Last recorded27,084 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR675 TPX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 27,084 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

clutch lever bent.

n/s rear engine mount bolt missing.

Fail 27 Jul 2011 27,084 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

battery flat.

n/s rear engine mount bolt missing.

Pass 8 Apr 2010 27,002 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

n/s footrest slightly loose.

rear tyre tread getting low.

Fail 8 Apr 2010 27,002 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

n/s footrest slightly loose.

rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 30 Jun 2008 26,771 miles

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

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 20 Apr 2007 24,511 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 24,511 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2006 22,956 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

damage to main fairing & exhaust on o/s.

front tyre tread getting low.

n/s rider footrest mount appears pushed in towards swing arm.

rear damping alittle soft.

slight movement in rear linkeage assemble,recommend strip & inspect.

Pass 15 Apr 2006 22,956 miles

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

damage to main fairing & exhaust on o/s.

front tyre tread getting low.

n/s rider footrest mount appears pushed in towards swing arm.

rear damping alittle soft.

slight movement in rear linkeage assemble,recommend strip & inspect.

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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R675 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R675 TPX, 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 R675 TPX registered?

R675 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 9 August 1997.

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