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S457 GUF

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,676 mi
Last recorded15,676 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS457 GUF
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 15,676 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 15,675 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 15,160 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 14,813 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,098 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 12,904 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 11,882 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 11,002 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,172 miles

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

front pads getting low

Pass 9 Sep 2010 9,414 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 8,717 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 7,399 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2007 7,399 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 7,036 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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S457 GUF is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S457 GUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S457 GUF registered?

S457 GUF is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S457 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S457 GUF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S457 GUF have outstanding finance?

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