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R486 RCW

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,390 mi
Last recorded14,390 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 RCW
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 14,390 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 14,344 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 14,185 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 13,383 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 13,383 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 11,615 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 10,290 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 9,013 miles

Nearside Front footrest bracket cracked

Nearside Rear footrest rubbers to bike deteriorated

gear lever loose

Pass 10 Apr 2015 8,056 miles

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

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

rear tyre splitting

Fail 25 Mar 2014 7,462 miles

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 25 Mar 2014 7,462 miles

rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 17 Apr 2013 7,085 miles

rear tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Fail 17 Apr 2013 7,085 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,811 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,514 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 5,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 5,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 4,912 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 4,655 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 41,898 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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R486 RCW is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R486 RCW, 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 R486 RCW registered?

R486 RCW is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R486 RCW safe to buy?

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