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R255 RBD

1998 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,674 mi
Last recorded33,674 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 RBD
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 33,674 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 33,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 33,225 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 32,729 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 32,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 32,451 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,288 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 32,288 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,812 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 31,812 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 31,539 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 30,722 miles

Numberplate replaced prior to test.

Pass 24 Mar 2010 30,040 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 28,925 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 26,327 miles

Numberplate numerals fractionally too small.

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,369 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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R255 RBD is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,556 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 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 R255 RBD, 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 28 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 R255 RBD registered?

R255 RBD is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R255 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 RBD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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