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R879 RAU

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,737 mi
Last recorded14,737 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR879 RAU
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 14,737 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2021 14,736 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Engine oil leak

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 12,308 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rider overweight

Pass 10 Jul 2017 9,263 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 4,435 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 805 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 90,769 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 83,778 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 78,089 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,556 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 70,576 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 67,499 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 64,696 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 62,035 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 556,041 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2006 55,604 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2005 43,762 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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R879 RAU is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R879 RAU, 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 R879 RAU registered?

R879 RAU is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R879 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R879 RAU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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