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ELZ 1581

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,915 mi
Last recorded27,915 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 1581
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 27,915 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2025 27,914 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 27,914 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 27,859 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 27,553 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 26,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 27,854 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 26,966 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 255,553 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 21,644 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

numberplate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres

Pass 15 Oct 2010 20,965 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 20,562 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

number plate wrong colour

Pass 27 Sep 2008 19,890 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 18,072 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

number plate wrong colour background

Pass 6 Sep 2006 14,995 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Legend?

Based on 14,241 MOT tests across 1,038 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 89
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
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ELZ 1581 is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELZ 1581, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Legend is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELZ 1581?

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What year was ELZ 1581 registered?

ELZ 1581 is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is ELZ 1581 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 1581 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELZ 1581 have outstanding finance?

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