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Y609 WCE

2001 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,236 mi
Last recorded27,236 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 WCE
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 27,236 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 27,097 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 26,303 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 24,938 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 22,345 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 21,758 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 21,521 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,348 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 May 2017 20,891 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,890 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 20,577 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,103 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 18,246 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,042 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2010 13,916 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,845 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 10,908 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 10,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake starting to bind.

Pass 2 May 2006 9,753 miles

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

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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Y609 WCE is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y609 WCE, 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 Y609 WCE registered?

Y609 WCE is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y609 WCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y609 WCE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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