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P946 GBC

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

12,122 mi
Last recorded12,122 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP946 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 12,122 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2026 12,122 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2024 12,122 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 12,122 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 12,082 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 12,049 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 12,011 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 12,011 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 11,971 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 1 bulb u/s (1.1.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 11,812 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired one bulb not lit (1.1.1b)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 11,812 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired one bulb not lit (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 11,428 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 11,416 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

rear tyre starting to crack/perish on side walls

Fail 8 Aug 2009 11,339 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,339 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 11,231 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 11,170 miles

rear tyre has slight perishing/surface cracking on side walls.

Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,885 miles

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls.

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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P946 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P946 GBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P946 GBC registered?

P946 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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