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R998 DVF

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,124 mi
Last recorded6,124 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 DVF
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 6,124 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 6,124 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 6,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 5,945 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 5,840 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 5,654 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 5,526 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 5,485 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2013 5,114 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 5,114 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 4,599 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 4,599 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 4,154 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 3,918 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 3,451 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 5,903 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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R998 DVF is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R998 DVF, 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 R998 DVF registered?

R998 DVF is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R998 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 DVF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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