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P186 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,036 mi
Last recorded28,036 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP186 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2013 28,036 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 27,330 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 27,321 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2011 25,894 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 25,367 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 23,688 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 23,338 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 22,642 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,736 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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P186 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P186 GJF, 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 P186 GJF registered?

P186 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P186 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P186 GJF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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