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P181 GFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

39,333 mi
Last recorded39,333 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 GFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 39,333 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 39,329 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 39,169 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 38,969 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 38,969 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 38,922 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing cracking on side walls (5.2.3 (e))

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 38,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 37,827 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2019 37,827 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 36,906 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 36,259 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. very slight distortion. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. very slight movement. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 34,808 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 34,729 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 7 May 2015 32,048 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 29,618 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 14 May 2014 29,618 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 25,179 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 20,714 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 20,714 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 18,446 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 14,868 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 11,654 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 11,132 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 10,488 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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P181 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P181 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 P181 GFP registered?

P181 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P181 GFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 GFP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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