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R102 EGJ

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

31,646 mi
Last recorded31,646 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 EGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 31,646 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 31,197 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 30,647 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Limited reserve travel in front brake lever

Pass 22 Jul 2023 30,225 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 29,757 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 29,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 28,927 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2019 28,440 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 28,440 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 27,922 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 27,536 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 27,108 miles

Clutch slave cylinder starting to weep fluid!!!

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

Rear Bolt missing on rear carrier on R/h side

Pass 9 Oct 2015 26,393 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 26,393 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 26,073 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 26,073 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,678 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,047 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 24,095 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 23,169 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 22,048 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 19,823 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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R102 EGJ is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R102 EGJ, 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 R102 EGJ registered?

R102 EGJ is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R102 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R102 EGJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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