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T197 ARP

1999 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,589 mi
Last recorded49,589 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 ARP
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 49,589 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 49,494 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 47,884 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 47,794 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 47,506 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 47,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 46,959 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 46,398 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 45,884 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 45,507 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 45,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2015 44,532 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,680 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 43,024 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 43,022 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 41,971 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 40,778 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 39,254 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,124 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 36,334 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 34,953 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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T197 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,608 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 T197 ARP, 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 27 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 T197 ARP?

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What year was T197 ARP registered?

T197 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T197 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T197 ARP 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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