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R688 YFC

1997 Triumph Trident

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,284 mi
Last recorded30,284 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR688 YFC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 30,284 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 30,250 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 23,738 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 22,447 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2012 22,447 miles

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

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 22,272 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 22,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 22,068 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 21,113 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 21,091 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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R688 YFC is a 1997 Triumph Trident in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R688 YFC, 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 R688 YFC registered?

R688 YFC is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R688 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R688 YFC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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