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R844 HAT

1997 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,117 mi
Last recorded45,117 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR844 HAT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 45,117 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 44,879 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 44,861 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 44,859 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 44,616 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 44,568 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 44,548 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 44,518 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 43,937 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 43,631 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 42,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 40,990 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 40,990 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 39,112 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 36,714 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 34,441 miles

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

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 10 Aug 2007 34,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 34,196 miles

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

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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R844 HAT is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R844 HAT, 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 R844 HAT registered?

R844 HAT is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R844 HAT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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