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R74 SDV

2001 Triumph Legend

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,135 mi
Last recorded2,135 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 SDV
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 2,135 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 1,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 1,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 1,350 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 1,343 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 792 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 426 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 35 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 8,171 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 8,161 miles

Offside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 6,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2013 5,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 4,480 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 3,742 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

front brake lever has small amount of reserve travel

small cut in rear tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2010 2,198 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 1,444 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 1,079 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 1,075 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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R74 SDV is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,200 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R74 SDV, 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 R74 SDV registered?

R74 SDV is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is R74 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R74 SDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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