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Y698 UOB

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,652 mi
Last recorded16,652 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY698 UOB
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 16,652 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 16,203 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 15,975 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 15,928 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 13,174 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 13,077 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 13,006 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 12,956 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 12,549 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,188 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 12,174 miles

no plate light inop.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,071 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 11,880 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 11,867 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 11,636 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 11,112 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 11,112 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 8,772 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 6,369 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 3,918 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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Y698 UOB is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y698 UOB, 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 Y698 UOB registered?

Y698 UOB is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y698 UOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y698 UOB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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