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N348 PUW

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,471 mi
Last recorded17,471 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN348 PUW
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 17,471 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 17,076 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 16,516 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 16,496 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2020 15,267 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 May 2020 15,267 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 12,885 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 12,458 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 11,534 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 11,504 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 11,421 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 11,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 5 Aug 2010 10,793 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,191 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2009 10,191 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,636 miles

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

front and rear tyres perishing on side walls, handlebars slightly bent

Pass 1 May 2007 7,098 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 6,906 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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N348 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N348 PUW, 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 N348 PUW registered?

N348 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N348 PUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N348 PUW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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