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S557 MFP

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,791 mi
Last recorded12,791 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS557 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 12,791 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 12,521 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 12,521 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 12,099 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 11,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,809 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 11,186 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 10,517 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 10,517 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 9,296 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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S557 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S557 MFP, 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 S557 MFP registered?

S557 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S557 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S557 MFP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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