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S46 BGH

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,530 mi
Last recorded13,530 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 BGH
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 13,530 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 13,337 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 13,337 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 13,312 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 13,223 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 13,223 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2014 13,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 12,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 12,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 12,209 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 11,741 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 7,395 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 7,388 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 6,410 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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S46 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S46 BGH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S46 BGH registered?

S46 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S46 BGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S46 BGH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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