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P101 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,246 mi
Last recorded42,246 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 42,246 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 42,059 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 41,815 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 41,802 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 41,648 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 41,255 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 41,255 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,084 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 41,061 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 40,891 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 40,116 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 39,832 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 May 2014 38,988 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 38,568 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 37,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 May 2011 36,765 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 May 2010 35,610 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 34,109 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 34,003 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 33,231 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 31,915 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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P101 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 15,326 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 P101 GJF, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P101 GJF registered?

P101 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P101 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 GJF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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