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P47 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,501 mi
Last recorded29,501 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 29,501 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 29,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 28,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

front tyre cracked advise replacement

nuetral light temperamental in operation

Pass 19 Jun 2009 26,807 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 May 2008 24,923 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Mar 2007 22,791 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 20,181 miles

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

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

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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P47 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P47 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 P47 GJF registered?

P47 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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