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R74 KGK

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

353 mi
Last recorded353 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 KGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 353 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 7 miles

engine under side oily

play in gear linkage pivot

Fail 27 Apr 2018 5 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables wiring caught in lock to lock stops and horn sounds (2.1.2c)

dampness under engine

fuel tank loose fixings slight movement in tank

play in gear lever pivot

Pass 15 Oct 2013 54,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 53,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 52,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 51,222 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 49,728 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 47,411 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 43,582 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 40,323 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 33,889 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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R74 KGK is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R74 KGK, 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 R74 KGK registered?

R74 KGK is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 3 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R74 KGK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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