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P171 GFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,461 mi
Last recorded20,461 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 GFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 20,461 miles

front and rear tyre perished

Pass 26 May 2015 20,354 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,218 miles

rear tyre side wall perished

Pass 18 Jun 2013 19,949 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 19,541 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 19,541 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 19,043 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,936 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,742 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 14,756 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 14,752 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 3 May 2006 11,345 miles

oil leak

Fail 10 Apr 2006 11,331 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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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P171 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P171 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 P171 GFP registered?

P171 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P171 GFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P171 GFP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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