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V398 UBD

1999 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,388 mi
Last recorded46,388 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV398 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 46,388 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 45,433 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 45,073 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 44,226 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 43,403 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 43,014 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 42,457 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 42,112 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,615 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 39,314 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 39,069 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 38,554 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 37,544 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 37,508 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 34,755 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,282 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 30,630 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 28,015 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2007 25,949 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 25,949 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 19,844 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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V398 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Green 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 V398 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.

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What year was V398 UBD registered?

V398 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V398 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V398 UBD 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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