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P839 JVX

1996 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,835 mi
Last recorded9,835 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Triumph Adventurer14,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 JVX
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 9,835 miles

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

Rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 18 Apr 2023 9,809 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 9,809 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 9,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 9,459 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 8,783 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 8,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 8,540 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,959 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 7,351 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 5,495 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 3,053 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 3,045 miles

front and rear tyres perished on sidewall

Pass 23 Feb 2008 3,019 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 2,971 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 2,935 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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P839 JVX is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P839 JVX, 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 P839 JVX registered?

P839 JVX is a 1996 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 18 November 1996.

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The MOT history for P839 JVX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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