1969 Triumph Trident MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Trident models manufactured in 1969, based on 169 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1969 Triumph Trident MOT Analysis
The 1969 Triumph Trident has an MOT pass rate of 91.7% based on 169 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,534 miles on the odometer. With a 8.3% failure rate, the 1969 Trident is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1969 Triumph Trident is Motorcycle driving controls, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1969 models only. The overall Trident page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 18,534 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.32 | 0.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1969 Triumph Trident has an MOT pass rate of 91.7% based on 169 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,534 miles on the odometer. With a 8.3% failure rate, the 1969 Trident is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1969 Triumph Trident, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle driving controls: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 18,534 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle driving controls — 0.6% of failures
Motorcycle driving controls issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 1969 Triumph Trident models. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.