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Y496 BFS

2001 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,040 mi
Last recorded20,040 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY496 BFS
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 20,040 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 18,940 miles

Crack in number plate.

Split in outer cover front brake hose.

Pass 4 Oct 2008 16,114 miles

slight brake bind rear brake

Fail 4 Oct 2008 16,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

slight brake bind rear brake

Pass 6 Aug 2007 14,565 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 13,930 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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Y496 BFS is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y496 BFS, 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

How do I check the history of Y496 BFS?

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What year was Y496 BFS registered?

Y496 BFS is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 23 June 2001.

Is Y496 BFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y496 BFS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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