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R927 YDA

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,466 mi
Last recorded9,466 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR927 YDA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 9,466 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 9,244 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 9,064 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 8,799 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 8,614 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 8,572 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 8,572 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 8,568 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,564 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 8,462 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 8,332 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 8,300 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 8,286 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,115 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 8,105 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 8,097 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 7,979 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 7,942 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,833 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 7,752 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 7,739 miles

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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R927 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R927 YDA, 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 29 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 R927 YDA registered?

R927 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 11 August 1997.

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