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S749 AVT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,805 mi
Last recorded30,805 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS749 AVT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 30,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 29,854 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 28,937 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 28,211 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 28,121 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 27,038 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 27,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,840 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 25,401 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 25,401 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 25,109 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 25,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 23,226 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,338 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 10,926 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 10,923 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2007 3,205 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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S749 AVT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,696 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 S749 AVT, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S749 AVT registered?

S749 AVT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S749 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S749 AVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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