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N3 TEG

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,884 mi
Last recorded26,884 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN3 TEG
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 26,884 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 23,587 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 20,949 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 20,739 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 20,278 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 20,278 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 19,836 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 19,836 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released brake switch sticky (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 19,543 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 19,392 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 19,169 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 17,917 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,305 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 17,248 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 16,724 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 16,724 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,048 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 15,375 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2006 14,390 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 14,390 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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N3 TEG is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N3 TEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N3 TEG registered?

N3 TEG is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N3 TEG safe to buy?

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