Triumph Legend Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Triumph Legend car check
Is the Triumph Legend reliable? We analysed 14,241 real MOT tests across 1,038 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Legend is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Legend.
Triumph Legend Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Legend. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Legend MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Legend to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Legend Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Legend fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Legend Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Legend models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Triumph Legend Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Legend owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Legend MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Legend year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 62 | 88.7% | 4,022 | 6,712 | 12,620 |
| 2002 | 123 | 92.7% | 7,480 | 11,974 | 17,858 |
| 2001 | 2,828 | 88.9% | 9,128 | 15,200 | 24,098 |
| 2000 | 2,869 | 87.5% | 8,213 | 14,437 | 23,249 |
| 1999 | 5,834 | 88.7% | 9,299 | 15,608 | 23,980 |
| 1998 | 2,380 | 88.2% | 9,470 | 15,556 | 23,591 |
How Long Does a Triumph Legend Last?
Based on 1,038 Triumph Legend vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Legend Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Legend MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Legend
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.7% MOT pass rate from 123 tests
87.5% MOT pass rate from 2,869 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Legend is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.7% across 123 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph Legend Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Legend THIS CAR | 88.5% | 14,241 | 15,244 mi | 28 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Nissan Micra S | 76.3% | 4,901 | 79,752 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Legend trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Triumph Legend has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 14,241 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Triumph Legend are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (149 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (106), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (89). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Triumph Legend with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Triumph Legend owner drives around 511 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph Legend models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.