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P170 GFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,748 mi
Last recorded15,748 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 GFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 15,748 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2019 15,651 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 15,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 15,570 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 15,570 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,500 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 15,352 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 14,792 miles

Cracks in front tyre wall.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 13,496 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 13,441 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 13,437 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,422 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 13,269 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,487 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,421 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 12,273 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 12,273 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2005 11,456 miles

1) Rear brake pads low.

Fail 4 Aug 2005 11,456 miles

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

1) Rear brake pads low.

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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P170 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P170 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 P170 GFP registered?

P170 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P170 GFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P170 GFP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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