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V381 UBD

1999 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,969 mi
Last recorded21,969 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV381 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 21,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 21,852 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 21,479 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 20,994 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 20,055 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 20,055 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2020 18,997 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 18,686 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,630 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,555 miles

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

front tyre split in tread

Pass 21 Jun 2013 18,341 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 18,340 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 17,996 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 17,302 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,882 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 15,986 miles

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 14,760 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 14,760 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,699 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 13,694 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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V381 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V381 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 V381 UBD registered?

V381 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 18 November 1999.

Is V381 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V381 UBD shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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