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HGZ 833

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,220 mi
Last recorded25,220 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGZ 833
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 25,220 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 25,105 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 24,900 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 23,948 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 23,341 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 52,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 May 2017 52,062 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,017 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 May 2016 51,994 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2015 50,897 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2014 49,168 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 47,507 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 46,105 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 44,031 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 44,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 May 2010 41,790 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 41,269 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 37,345 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 35,539 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 35,539 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 28,831 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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HGZ 833 is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HGZ 833, 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

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What year was HGZ 833 registered?

HGZ 833 is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is HGZ 833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGZ 833 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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