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P580 PVV

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

25,405 mi
Last recorded25,405 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP580 PVV
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 25,405 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 24,768 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 24,149 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 23,132 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 22,200 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 21,591 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 20,653 miles

Offside Front offside indicator tale tale not operational but indicator can be seen working from riders position

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 19,827 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 18,683 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 17,906 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 17,906 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 17,106 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 16,284 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 15,082 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 13,695 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 13,695 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 12,323 miles

Advise r/h indicator tell tale not working

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 11,250 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 11,246 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 10,325 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2008 9,583 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 9,583 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 9,163 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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P580 PVV is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P580 PVV, 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 P580 PVV registered?

P580 PVV is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P580 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P580 PVV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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