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P651 BBC

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

58,721 mi
Last recorded58,721 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP651 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2025 58,721 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 58,356 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 58,356 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Fail 25 May 2021 58,333 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2020 56,907 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 56,907 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Both front & rear! (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 56,313 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 54,852 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 52,355 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2017 52,355 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 48,337 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 48,337 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 45,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 43,395 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 43,395 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,332 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,448 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,352 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 34,978 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 34,978 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,224 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 33,152 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 30,354 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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P651 BBC is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,977 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 P651 BBC, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P651 BBC registered?

P651 BBC is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 3 September 1996.

Is P651 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P651 BBC shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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