Triumph Adventurer
MotorcycleFrom 453 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 3 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| light source and lamp not compatible | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturers sidewall instruction | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.8% of Adventurer failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 85.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Adventurers tested had between 8,609 and 34,165 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,253 median miles, the Adventurer has 0.069 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Adventurer MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Adventurer has a 86.8% MOT pass rate based on 453 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Adventurer?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Adventurer is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Adventurer at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Adventurer is 19,253 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,609 and 34,165 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.