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N938 TBC

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

6,014 mi
Last recorded6,014 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN938 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 6,014 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 5,982 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 5,951 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 5,916 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 5,877 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit advise slight low (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 5,800 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 5,720 miles

Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 5,540 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 5,161 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 4,422 miles

front tyre perishing between tread

Pass 14 Oct 2015 4,133 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 4,122 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

splits to sidewalls front tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2013 4,067 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 4,048 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 3,990 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 3,925 miles

front tyre starting split between treads

Fail 1 Sep 2010 3,925 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

front tyre starting split between treads

Pass 2 Sep 2009 3,872 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 3,682 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 3,628 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 3,549 miles

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

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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N938 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N938 TBC, 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 N938 TBC registered?

N938 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N938 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N938 TBC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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