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P968 GBC

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,786 mi
Last recorded17,786 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP968 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 17,786 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 16,956 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 16,832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 16,785 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 16,551 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 16,528 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 16,021 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 15,848 miles

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 May 2016 15,823 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2015 14,675 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 13,333 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 13,301 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 13,279 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 13,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 12,900 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 12,324 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,837 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 11,005 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 9,603 miles

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

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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P968 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P968 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 P968 GBC registered?

P968 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P968 GBC safe to buy?

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