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T859 HNH

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,328 mi
Last recorded32,328 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT859 HNH
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 32,328 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 32,238 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 31,702 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 30,851 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 30,851 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

hazard switch defective. will not turn off

Pass 18 Apr 2021 30,824 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2019 30,767 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2018 30,601 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,352 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 30,141 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 29,998 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 29,564 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 29,088 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 28,132 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 27,212 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 25,876 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,596 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 22,810 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 22,317 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 20,370 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2005 18,835 miles

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

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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T859 HNH 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 95.2%.

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 T859 HNH, 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 T859 HNH registered?

T859 HNH is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T859 HNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T859 HNH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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