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Triumph Trident Sprint

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 885 cc

P231 TGYMOT history

P231 TGY is a black petrol Triumph Trident Sprint first used on 27 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 43,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
43,286 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P231 TGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Trident Sprint
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P231 TGY was last recorded at 43,286 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,625 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
661 miles
Average per year
877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,286 miles
  • 2025 – 42,625 miles
  • 2019 – 41,590 miles
  • 2018 – 39,397 miles
  • 2017 – 38,908 miles
  • 2016 – 35,807 miles
  • 2015 – 35,539 miles
  • 2014 – 34,956 miles
  • 2012 – 33,528 miles
  • 2011 – 27,903 miles
  • 2008 – 27,203 miles
  • 2006 – 25,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,286 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,286 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    43,286 miles
    Test number
    293771023163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,625 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    42,625 miles
    Test number
    189308567388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail42,582 miles (+992)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    130211138523
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass41,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    269976136887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail41,590 miles (+2,193)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    394352616173
    • Repaired at testRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  6. Pass39,397 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,397 miles
    Test number
    252494359054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,908 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,908 miles
    Test number
    716400280082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail38,902 miles (+3,095)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,902 miles
    Test number
    682277339443
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
  9. Pass35,807 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    765240521774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,805 miles (+266)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    991597835075
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureFront Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  11. Pass35,539 miles (+583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,539 miles
    Test number
    889932815188
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
  12. Pass34,956 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,956 miles
    Test number
    555494694007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,528 miles (+5,625)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,528 miles
    Test number
    419612102297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,903 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    448586251058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,203 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,203 miles
    Test number
    623533878058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,686 miles
    Test number
    410776156115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P231 TGY

Does P231 TGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P231 TGY is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P231 TGY?
The MOT on P231 TGY is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P231 TGY done?
P231 TGY was recorded at 43,286 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 877 miles a year.
Has P231 TGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P231 TGY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P231 TGY 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 P231 TGY find?
P231 TGY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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