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S722 BTA

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,550 mi
Last recorded12,550 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS722 BTA
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 12,550 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 11,965 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 11,794 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 10,797 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2013 10,033 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 9,980 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 8,401 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 6,404 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 4,814 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 3,716 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,447 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 3,382 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2005 3,368 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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S722 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S722 BTA, 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

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What year was S722 BTA registered?

S722 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S722 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S722 BTA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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