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Y78 BSC

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,326 mi
Last recorded5,326 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 BSC
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 5,326 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 4,668 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 4,200 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 3,932 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 3,568 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 3,563 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 3,496 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 3,215 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 2,617 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 2,617 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 May 2008 2,203 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 2,074 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 1,718 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2005 1,491 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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Y78 BSC is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y78 BSC, 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 Y78 BSC registered?

Y78 BSC is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 24 March 2001.

Is Y78 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y78 BSC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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