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T690 HNV

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,083 mi
Last recorded26,083 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT690 HNV
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,083 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 26,079 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 25,998 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 25,834 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 25,640 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 25,307 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 25,307 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 24,827 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 23,806 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 23,737 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 23,596 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,428 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,236 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,201 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 22,645 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 21,971 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 21,406 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 18,315 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 14,727 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 14,329 miles

Rear Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 13,620 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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T690 HNV is a 1999 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 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 T690 HNV, 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.

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What year was T690 HNV registered?

T690 HNV is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 14 June 1999.

Is T690 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T690 HNV 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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