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P317 VUB

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,514 mi
Last recorded52,514 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP317 VUB
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 52,514 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 51,198 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2022 50,649 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2021 50,562 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2020 49,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 47,613 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 47,244 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 45,548 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 44,788 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 43,904 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2014 43,904 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 43,174 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,513 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 42,513 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 39,245 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 33,385 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 29,875 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 26,454 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 24,900 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,767 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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P317 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P317 VUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P317 VUB registered?

P317 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P317 VUB safe to buy?

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