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S857 RDW

1998 Triumph Legend

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,743 mi
Last recorded17,743 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS857 RDW
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 17,743 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 17,440 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 17,386 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 17,245 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 16,841 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 16,601 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,660 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 15,194 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,085 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,929 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 13,433 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 12,930 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2010 12,927 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 12,498 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2007 12,071 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 11,467 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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S857 RDW is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S857 RDW, 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 S857 RDW registered?

S857 RDW is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S857 RDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S857 RDW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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