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P950 GBC

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,629 mi
Last recorded36,629 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP950 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 36,629 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 35,839 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 35,431 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 35,159 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 34,698 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 33,906 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 32,977 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 32,292 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 31,838 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 31,349 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 30,406 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 29,288 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,885 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 28,748 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 26,644 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2010 24,098 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 23,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 23,000 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 22,998 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 21,842 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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P950 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P950 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.

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What year was P950 GBC registered?

P950 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P950 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P950 GBC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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