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Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen reliable? We analysed 283 real MOT tests across 140 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 283 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.2%
Typical Mileage
2,289mi
Annual Mileage
662mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91%
2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 1

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
214 mi/yr
Typical
662 mi/yr
Average
926 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,246 mi/yr

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 277 91.0% 1,230 2,260 4,462

How Long Does a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Last?

Based on 140 Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
2,289 mi
75th Percentile
4,490 mi
95th Percentile
8,497 mi
Max Recorded
13,715 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.0% MOT pass rate from 277 tests

The best year to buy a used Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 277 tests.

How Does the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen THIS CAR 91.2% 283 2,289 mi — 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
Citroen C4 Vtr 75.2% 327 92,436 mi — yrs

Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen?

The Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 283 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen 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 Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen owner drives around 662 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.

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.

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen reliable?
Based on 283 MOT tests, the Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen has a 91.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen do per year?
The typical Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen does around 662 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Triumph Scrambler 1200 Steve Mcqueen is 2021 with a 91.0% pass rate across 277 tests.