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N48 LWX

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,521 mi
Last recorded7,521 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN48 LWX
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 7,521 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 7,319 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 7,150 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,871 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 6,846 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 6,021 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 6,060 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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N48 LWX is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N48 LWX, 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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How do I check the history of N48 LWX?

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What year was N48 LWX registered?

N48 LWX is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N48 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N48 LWX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N48 LWX have outstanding finance?

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