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R923 OTT

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,652 mi
Last recorded28,652 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR923 OTT
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 28,652 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,709 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,098 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 25,480 miles

front brake slightly spongy/soft

Fail 24 Jun 2014 25,445 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Gradient brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.D1b)

Gradient brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.D1a)

Gradient brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.D1b)

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2013 24,571 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 24,539 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,239 miles

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 30 Mar 2010 23,573 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 23,542 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,778 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 15,420 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,790 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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R923 OTT is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R923 OTT, 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 R923 OTT registered?

R923 OTT is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R923 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R923 OTT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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