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P194 DFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

21,238 mi
Last recorded21,238 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP194 DFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 21,238 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 21,238 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 20,832 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 19,227 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 19,124 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 18,354 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 16,915 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

handle bars possible bent

Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,941 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 15,941 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 15,252 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 14,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre wall slightly perished

Pass 8 Aug 2013 14,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre wall slightly perished

Pass 21 Aug 2012 12,467 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 12,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,889 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 10,363 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 9,756 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 9,756 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 9,340 miles

front & rear tyres low on pressure

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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P194 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P194 DFP, 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 P194 DFP registered?

P194 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 8 May 1997.

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