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S741 CYJ

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,820 mi
Last recorded36,820 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS741 CYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 36,820 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2025 36,820 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 35,785 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 34,919 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 34,442 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 34,310 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 34,307 miles

All direction indicators not working not working on any control / not working on hazard (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle binding (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2019 34,153 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Grip L/S

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 33,864 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Head Bearings Slightly Notchy

Nearside Grip

Pass 5 May 2017 33,468 miles

Grip

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tyres

Pass 14 May 2016 33,050 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,694 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 32,291 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,786 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 31,534 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 31,028 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,668 miles

one tail light bulb not working

Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,027 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,130 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 27,522 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 25,601 miles

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

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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S741 CYJ is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S741 CYJ, 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 S741 CYJ registered?

S741 CYJ is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 12 October 1998.

Is S741 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S741 CYJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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