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S262 BFE

1998 Triumph Legend

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,217 mi
Last recorded17,217 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS262 BFE
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 17,217 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 17,081 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 16,213 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,289 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,242 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 13,019 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 12,383 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 11,814 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 11,427 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,180 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 10,776 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 9,158 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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S262 BFE is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S262 BFE, 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

How do I check the history of S262 BFE?

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What year was S262 BFE registered?

S262 BFE is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S262 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S262 BFE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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