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S533 ATA

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,757 mi
Last recorded21,757 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS533 ATA
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 21,757 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 20,697 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 20,657 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 20,352 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,158 miles

rear lower shock linkage has slight play in bush

Pass 20 Aug 2011 19,183 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,086 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,824 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 16,541 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 16,356 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 14,795 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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S533 ATA is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S533 ATA, 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

How do I check the history of S533 ATA?

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What year was S533 ATA registered?

S533 ATA is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S533 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S533 ATA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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