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P172 GFP

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

25,470 mi
Last recorded25,470 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP172 GFP
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 25,470 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 25,470 miles

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 25,312 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 25,307 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 25,601 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 24,963 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 24,963 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 22,877 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 21,608 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 20,492 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 20,492 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,384 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 19,384 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 18,414 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2015 18,400 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,801 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 17,090 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 16,400 miles

One rear light bulb out.

Pass 22 Mar 2010 15,261 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 13,057 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 13,057 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 12,260 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 10,864 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 9,097 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Adventurer?

Based on 7,268 MOT tests across 617 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
421
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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P172 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 15,326 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 Adventurer fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P172 GFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Adventurer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P172 GFP registered?

P172 GFP is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P172 GFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P172 GFP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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