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N221 JBH

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,133 mi
Last recorded19,133 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 JBH
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 19,133 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 19,112 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 19,104 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 19,104 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 19,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 18,991 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 18,920 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 18,731 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 18,621 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 18,526 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 18,430 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 18,094 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 17,740 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 17,145 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 16,141 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 16,141 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 15,770 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 15,583 miles

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

Number plate is cracked

Fail 27 May 2011 15,583 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Number plate is cracked

Pass 28 May 2010 15,102 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 15,099 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,901 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Adventurer?

Based on 7,268 MOT tests across 617 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
421
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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N221 JBH is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,977 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 Adventurer fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N221 JBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Adventurer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N221 JBH registered?

N221 JBH is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N221 JBH safe to buy?

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