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S213 LJF

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,976 mi
Last recorded23,976 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS213 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 23,976 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 22,931 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 21,847 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 21,818 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 21,793 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 21,768 miles

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 21,768 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 21,744 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative fault with all rear hazard lights (4.4.1 (e))

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 21,634 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 21,223 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,079 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 20,441 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 20,440 miles

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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S213 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S213 LJF, 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 S213 LJF registered?

S213 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S213 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S213 LJF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S213 LJF have outstanding finance?

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