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R914 DUB

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR914 DUB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 61,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 60,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 60,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 59,578 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 58,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 58,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 56,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 56,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 54,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 52,876 miles

tight spot in chain

Fail 27 Mar 2015 52,840 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 51,903 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 49,849 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 43,843 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 35,588 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 27,669 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 24,997 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 16,379 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 14,022 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2007 14,022 miles

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

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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R914 DUB is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,403 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 Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R914 DUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R914 DUB registered?

R914 DUB is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 13 February 1998.

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