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V227 UBD

1999 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,927 mi
Last recorded23,927 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV227 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 23,927 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 22,031 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 20,213 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 20,213 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 19,400 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 18,999 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 18,729 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 17,939 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 17,070 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2015 17,019 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 16,947 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 16,936 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,802 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 16,524 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 16,319 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,098 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,482 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 14,738 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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V227 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V227 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 V227 UBD registered?

V227 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V227 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V227 UBD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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