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Y659 RVR

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,916 mi
Last recorded25,916 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY659 RVR
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 25,916 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 25,899 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 25,697 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,672 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 24,636 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 23,830 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 23,830 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 23,790 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 23,790 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2014 23,292 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 21,201 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2013 21,201 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 19,928 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,002 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 17,979 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2008 15,094 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 12,765 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 11,572 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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Y659 RVR is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y659 RVR, 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.

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What year was Y659 RVR registered?

Y659 RVR is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y659 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y659 RVR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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