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S966 UBC

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,810 mi
Last recorded18,810 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS966 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,810 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 18,195 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 18,195 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Fail 24 May 2008 17,073 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2008 17,073 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 16,407 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 13,239 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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S966 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 S966 UBC, 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

How do I check the history of S966 UBC?

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What year was S966 UBC registered?

S966 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S966 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S966 UBC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S966 UBC have outstanding finance?

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