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Y197 GDY

2001 Triumph Legend

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,338 mi
Last recorded17,338 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Legend15,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 GDY
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,338 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 16,965 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,746 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 16,316 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2014 16,312 miles

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,721 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 13,113 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 12,084 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,790 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 9,475 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,772 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,624 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 7,624 miles

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

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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Y197 GDY is a 2001 Triumph Legend in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,200 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 Y197 GDY, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Legend is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y197 GDY registered?

Y197 GDY is a 2001 Triumph Legend, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is Y197 GDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 GDY 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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