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N983 BBD

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,605 mi
Last recorded27,605 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN983 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 27,605 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 28 Sep 2024 27,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2024 27,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 27,144 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 26,815 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 26,090 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,347 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 25,005 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 24,619 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 23,962 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 23,630 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 23,524 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 23,081 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 23,065 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 19,287 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 19,287 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 19,285 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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N983 BBD is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Blue 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 N983 BBD, 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 N983 BBD registered?

N983 BBD is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 3 May 1996.

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