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W196 HVV

2000 Triumph Legend

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,993 mi
Last recorded30,993 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Legend14,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 HVV
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 30,993 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 30,949 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 30,664 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 30,320 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 29,787 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2014 29,528 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 29,519 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 27,817 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 26,525 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 26,525 miles

Front Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 26,253 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,103 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 19,958 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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W196 HVV is a 2000 Triumph Legend in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 14,437 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 W196 HVV, 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 26 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 W196 HVV registered?

W196 HVV is a 2000 Triumph Legend, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is W196 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 HVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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