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S140 MFP

1999 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,415 mi
Last recorded39,415 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS140 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 39,415 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 39,415 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 36,397 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 36,397 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 30,064 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 22,125 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 21,332 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 19,390 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 19,390 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 19,237 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 19,208 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger footrest missing

Fail 19 Jul 2016 19,200 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Passenger footrest missing

Pass 30 Jul 2015 18,853 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 18,016 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 18,009 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,896 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 17,821 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 17,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 15,281 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Right hand fork leg pitted.

Pass 30 May 2006 12,050 miles

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

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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S140 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,608 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 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 S140 MFP, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Legend is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S140 MFP registered?

S140 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 20 January 1999.

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