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R159 EOW

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Gold Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,323 mi
Last recorded4,323 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 EOW
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 4,323 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 4,246 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 4,246 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 4,218 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 4,180 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 4,141 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,141 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 4,073 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 3,977 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 3,930 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 3,878 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 3,878 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 3,825 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 3,801 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 3,762 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 3,703 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 3,565 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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R159 EOW is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Gold with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 14,288 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 R159 EOW, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R159 EOW registered?

R159 EOW is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R159 EOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R159 EOW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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