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R409 OLJ

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,638 mi
Last recorded36,638 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 OLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 36,638 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 33,837 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 33,528 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2022 33,273 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 32,690 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 32,349 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 31,604 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 31,404 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 31,103 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,956 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 25 Jun 2013 30,386 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 30,376 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)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,898 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,135 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 28,422 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 28,398 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 27,592 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 26,289 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 23,869 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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R409 OLJ is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R409 OLJ, 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 R409 OLJ registered?

R409 OLJ is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R409 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 OLJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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