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R395 KAE

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,992 mi
Last recorded27,992 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR395 KAE
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 27,992 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 27,992 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 26,891 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 26,676 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 26,631 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 26,103 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 25,703 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 25,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 25,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 24,997 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 24,057 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 23,129 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 21,955 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 21,283 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 20,077 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 18,763 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,625 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 17,625 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 17,232 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 16,410 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 15,212 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,082 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2007 13,984 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2006 12,733 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front near side indicator tell tale light not working, but the indicator can readily be seen from the riding position!

front wheel rim lateral run out 0.5mm!

rear wheel rim lateral run out 0.5mm!

Pass 10 Jun 2006 12,733 miles

front near side indicator tell tale light not working, but the indicator can readily be seen from the riding position!

front wheel rim lateral run out 0.5mm!

rear wheel rim lateral run out 0.5mm!

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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R395 KAE is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R395 KAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R395 KAE registered?

R395 KAE is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R395 KAE safe to buy?

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