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P972 GBC

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,991 mi
Last recorded23,991 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 23,991 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 23,018 miles

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot leaver slight play (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 22,252 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 21,513 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 21,513 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 21,022 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 20,558 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 19,370 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,050 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 16,625 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 15,574 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,282 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 12,864 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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P972 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P972 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 P972 GBC registered?

P972 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P972 GBC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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