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S43 UKL

1998 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,440 mi
Last recorded18,440 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Legend15,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS43 UKL
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 18,440 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 18,227 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 17,864 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 17,373 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 16,946 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 16,502 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 16,321 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 16,238 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 16,053 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 15,640 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,457 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 14,573 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,078 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,596 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 13,348 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 12,960 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 12,892 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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S43 UKL is a 1998 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 S43 UKL, 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 S43 UKL?

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What year was S43 UKL registered?

S43 UKL is a 1998 Triumph Legend, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S43 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S43 UKL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S43 UKL have outstanding finance?

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