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S65 OAL

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,910 mi
Last recorded31,910 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS65 OAL
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 31,910 miles

Coolant leak ()

covers obscuring some components

front brake a little spongy but still has reserve travel

Pass 29 Mar 2018 31,824 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2018 31,816 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,191 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 30,435 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 30,435 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2015 27,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,085 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 23,476 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,839 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 21,839 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,706 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 14,801 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 14,640 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
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S65 OAL is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S65 OAL, 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.

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What year was S65 OAL registered?

S65 OAL is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S65 OAL safe to buy?

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