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P169 EDA

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Turquoise Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,171 mi
Last recorded21,171 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 EDA
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 21,171 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 20,652 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 19,920 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 19,073 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 17,989 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 16,320 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 16,320 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 14,822 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 14,822 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,699 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2011 14,689 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2010 13,901 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 12,539 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,960 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,854 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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P169 EDA is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Turquoise with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P169 EDA, 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 P169 EDA registered?

P169 EDA is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 5 August 1996.

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