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V853 DLJ

1999 Triumph Adventurer

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

25,481 mi
Last recorded25,481 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Adventurer11,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV853 DLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 25,481 miles

Both front driving lamps masked/covered

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2026 25,480 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Both front driving lamps masked/covered

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 24,021 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 24,018 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear control switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 22,096 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 31 May 2024 22,096 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 20,505 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 20,505 miles

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

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 19,004 miles

Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 19,004 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 17,844 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 17,443 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 17,145 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 15,629 miles

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 5 May 2015 15,629 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,376 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 13,084 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 9,606 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,577 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 9,481 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,409 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,350 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 8,875 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Adventurer?

Based on 7,268 MOT tests across 617 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
421
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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V853 DLJ is a 1999 Triumph Adventurer in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 11,361 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 Adventurer fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V853 DLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Adventurer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V853 DLJ registered?

V853 DLJ is a 1999 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V853 DLJ safe to buy?

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