CarVerify

Free Car Check

S550 RLB

1998 Triumph Legend

Black Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,747 mi
Last recorded19,747 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS550 RLB
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 19,747 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 19,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 19,616 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 17,812 miles

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

Number plate light faulty

Fail 23 Nov 2007 17,811 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Number plate light faulty

Pass 11 Nov 2006 15,375 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 14,536 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
Full Triumph Legend reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S550 RLB is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S550 RLB, 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 S550 RLB?

You can check the full history of S550 RLB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S550 RLB registered?

S550 RLB is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S550 RLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S550 RLB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S550 RLB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S550 RLB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.