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P169 GFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,036 mi
Last recorded32,036 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 GFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 32,036 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 32,036 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 32,003 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 31,948 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 31,858 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 30,097 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2013 26,348 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,157 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 19,399 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 15,202 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 15,202 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2009 10,495 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 10,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2008 7,039 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 3,801 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 9 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 22,325 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 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 GFP, 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 P169 GFP registered?

P169 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P169 GFP safe to buy?

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