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Y459 GWC

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,111 mi
Last recorded28,111 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY459 GWC
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 28,111 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 28,111 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 26,110 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 25,529 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 25,242 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 24,969 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 24,885 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 24,660 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 23,754 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 23,393 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 23,189 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,091 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 22,267 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,539 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 21,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2012 19,672 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 18,206 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 16,927 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 11,403 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,435 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,958 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 5,826 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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Y459 GWC is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,200 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 Y459 GWC, 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 25 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 Y459 GWC registered?

Y459 GWC is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y459 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y459 GWC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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