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V161 UBD

1999 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,617 mi
Last recorded19,617 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV161 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 19,617 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 19,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 19,186 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 18,351 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 17,815 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 17,815 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 17,107 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 16,659 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 15,724 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 15,113 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 14,361 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 14,344 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 13,726 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 12,585 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 11,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 10,391 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 9,429 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 8,464 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 7,232 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 5,621 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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V161 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 V161 UBD, 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

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What year was V161 UBD registered?

V161 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V161 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V161 UBD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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