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P42 GJF

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Turquoise Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,818 mi
Last recorded23,818 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 23,818 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 23,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 23,202 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 23,080 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,803 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 22,766 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 22,411 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,455 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,808 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 20,152 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 19,353 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 17,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 15,935 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 15,873 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 15,800 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 15,701 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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P42 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Turquoise with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P42 GJF, 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 P42 GJF registered?

P42 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P42 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 GJF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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