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R604 FGV

1998 Triumph Legend

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,666 mi
Last recorded23,666 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR604 FGV
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 23,666 miles

headlamp converter fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Apr 2015 22,274 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,274 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 17,940 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 14,246 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2010 11,500 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 540 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 334 miles

front tyre at legal limits † †rear tyre near legal limits † †front brake pads becoming worn

How Reliable is the Triumph Legend?

Based on 14,241 MOT tests across 1,038 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 89
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
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R604 FGV is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R604 FGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Legend is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R604 FGV registered?

R604 FGV is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R604 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R604 FGV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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