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P992 MLP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,381 mi
Last recorded7,381 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP992 MLP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 7,381 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 7,228 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Neutral tell-tale not working

Pass 17 Apr 2023 4,420 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 4,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 4,411 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 4,411 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2013 3,355 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 3,351 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 3,306 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear tyre has slight perishing to side walls.

Pass 30 Mar 2009 3,306 miles

Rear tyre has slight perishing to side walls.

Pass 24 May 2007 3,300 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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P992 MLP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P992 MLP, 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 P992 MLP registered?

P992 MLP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P992 MLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P992 MLP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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