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R159 NAY

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,600 mi
Last recorded8,600 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 8,600 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 8,560 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 21 May 2014 8,287 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 4,323 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 3,431 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,160 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 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NAY, 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 NAY registered?

R159 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R159 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R159 NAY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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