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Triumph Trident 900

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 885 cc

K79 HDUMOT history

K79 HDU is a green petrol Triumph Trident 900 first used on 24 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 42,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
42,652 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K79 HDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Trident 900
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
24 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K79 HDU was last recorded at 42,652 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 2,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,641 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,011 miles
Average per year
1,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,652 miles
  • 2025 – 40,641 miles
  • 2020 – 40,508 miles
  • 2018 – 36,740 miles
  • 2016 – 35,479 miles
  • 2015 – 31,506 miles
  • 2014 – 29,946 miles
  • 2013 – 25,004 miles
  • 2012 – 19,458 miles
  • 2011 – 19,023 miles
  • 2010 – 17,826 miles
  • 2009 – 14,894 miles
  • 2008 – 14,189 miles
  • 2007 – 14,084 miles
  • 2006 – 14,053 miles
  • 2005 – 13,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,652 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    42,652 miles
    Test number
    224756928830
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail42,652 miles (+2,011)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,652 miles
    Test number
    261882355136
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass40,641 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    40,641 miles
    Test number
    186177370338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass40,508 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,508 miles
    Test number
    813867563265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,740 miles (+1,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,740 miles
    Test number
    939374636370
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  6. Pass35,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,479 miles
    Test number
    964434392602
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  7. Fail35,479 miles (+3,973)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,479 miles
    Test number
    831419621274
    • Repaired at testFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front brake switch wiring (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  8. Pass31,506 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,506 miles
    Test number
    475142325243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,946 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,946 miles
    Test number
    495658784112
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  10. Fail29,894 miles (+4,890)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,894 miles
    Test number
    638716884137
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  11. Pass25,004 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,004 miles
    Test number
    225282683130
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  12. Fail24,944 miles (+5,486)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,944 miles
    Test number
    468330483193
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  13. Pass19,458 miles (+435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    685955572109
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  14. Pass19,023 miles (+1,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,023 miles
    Test number
    338860361277
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
  15. Pass17,826 miles (+2,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,826 miles
    Test number
    801966570123
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  16. Pass14,894 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    14,894 miles
    Test number
    700527189162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,189 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,189 miles
    Test number
    852540248208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,084 miles (+31)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,084 miles
    Test number
    344416137450
    • NoteEngine revs rising slightley on r/h lock
    • NoteHeadlamps spring mounted allowing slight movement
  19. Pass14,053 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,053 miles
    Test number
    383735636215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    13,937 miles
    Test number
    662056535277
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about K79 HDU

Does K79 HDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K79 HDU is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K79 HDU?
The MOT on K79 HDU is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K79 HDU done?
K79 HDU was recorded at 42,652 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 1,360 miles a year.
Has K79 HDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K79 HDU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K79 HDU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K79 HDU find?
K79 HDU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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