Triumph Legend
MotorcycleFrom 582 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 3 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.
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| a throttle control not functioning correctly | 2 |
| a wheel spindle locking device missing or insecure | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 13% of Legend 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 £74.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 92.1% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured |
| 1998 | 77.1% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a throttle control not functioning correctly |
Typical mileage
Half of all Legends tested had between 13,636 and 32,905 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,745 median miles, the Legend has 0.051 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 Legend MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Legend has a 88.5% MOT pass rate based on 582 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Legend?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Legend is stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Legend at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Legend is 22,745 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,636 and 32,905 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.