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L6 BVD

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,835 mi
Last recorded28,835 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 BVD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 28,835 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 28,835 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 28,709 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 28,707 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 28,680 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 28,680 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2020 28,644 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 28,490 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 27,950 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 27,631 miles

number plate cracked

Pass 20 Oct 2015 27,515 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 26,583 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 26,457 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 26,197 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 25,415 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 24,544 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 23,388 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 21,769 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 May 2006 20,362 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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L6 BVD 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 89.5%.

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 L6 BVD, 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 L6 BVD registered?

L6 BVD is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is L6 BVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 BVD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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