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S511 MRA

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,222 mi
Last recorded37,222 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS511 MRA
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2012 37,222 miles

Rear brake binding.

Pass 9 Mar 2011 36,234 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 5 Mar 2011 36,234 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 32,066 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 29,296 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 28,804 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 27,750 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 26,329 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2006 26,325 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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S511 MRA is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S511 MRA, 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.

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What year was S511 MRA registered?

S511 MRA is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S511 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S511 MRA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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