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P78 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,884 mi
Last recorded11,884 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP78 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 11,884 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 11,606 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 11,542 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 11,232 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 12 Oct 2010 10,765 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 9,978 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 9,236 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 8,721 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 7,823 miles

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

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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P78 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P78 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 P78 GJF registered?

P78 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P78 GJF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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