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S969 UBC

1998 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,927 mi
Last recorded21,927 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Adventurer14,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS969 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 21,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 21,640 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 21,202 miles

Rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 20 May 2017 20,624 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 19,911 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 19,862 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 18,951 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 18,715 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,152 miles

Fork stanchions pitted.

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 18,152 miles

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 17,864 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 17,094 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 16,482 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 15,589 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 14,656 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2006 14,656 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Adventurer?

Based on 7,268 MOT tests across 617 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
421
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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S969 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 14,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Adventurer fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S969 UBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Adventurer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S969 UBC registered?

S969 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S969 UBC safe to buy?

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