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P43 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,177 mi
Last recorded47,177 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 47,177 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 47,151 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Brake performance not tested Due to fractured/cracked rear brake disc (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 40,653 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 35,844 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 33,222 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored rear disk slightly scored. (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. right hand silencer secure but mounting loose. (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

position lamp switch missing but lamps are operative.

Fail 11 Apr 2018 33,222 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick rear brake pads below legal limit outer. (3.2A1f(ii))

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute indicators inconsistent flash rate. (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear right passenger foot peg missing its locking device. (6.2.1h)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake light switch inoperative. (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle assembly insecure. (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Brake disc(s) slightly scored rear disk slightly scored. (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose drive chain slightly loose. (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. right hand silencer secure but mounting loose. (7.1.1.c)

Oil leak ()

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

position lamp switch missing but lamps are operative.

Pass 13 Apr 2017 32,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 27,852 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 May 2016 27,606 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2015 26,417 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 25,657 miles

front tyre perished

fuel tap poor condition

Pass 6 Dec 2011 25,650 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 25,631 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 25,631 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jul 2010 25,631 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,628 miles

Unable to remove seat to check under.

Pass 27 Aug 2008 25,624 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 24,968 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 24,936 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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P43 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P43 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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P43 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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