CarVerify

Free Car Check

R880 YDA

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,621 mi
Last recorded22,621 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 YDA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 22,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 10,468 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 10,363 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 9,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 8,792 miles

1x Front position light out

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Jul 2012 8,792 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

1x Front position light out

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 7,911 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 7,911 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 6,849 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 6,505 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 6,116 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 6,116 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 5,181 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 3,140 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
Full Triumph Trident reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R880 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R880 YDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R880 YDA?

You can check the full history of R880 YDA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R880 YDA registered?

R880 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R880 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R880 YDA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R880 YDA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R880 YDA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.