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Triumph Adventurer

Gold and White · Petrol · 1997 · 885 cc

P501 UDLMOT history

P501 UDL is a gold and white petrol Triumph Adventurer first used on 1 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 22,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
22,748 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P501 UDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Adventurer
Colour
Gold and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P501 UDL was last recorded at 22,748 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,638 miles · 15 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
1,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 22,748 miles
  • 2023 – 22,638 miles
  • 2016 – 22,504 miles
  • 2015 – 21,716 miles
  • 2014 – 20,291 miles
  • 2013 – 17,831 miles
  • 2012 – 17,217 miles
  • 2011 – 14,494 miles
  • 2010 – 11,278 miles
  • 2009 – 8,820 miles
  • 2008 – 4,937 miles
  • 2007 – 3,211 miles
  • 2005 – 1,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,748 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,748 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    261160794581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass22,638 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    22,638 miles
    Test number
    885343113930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass22,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,504 miles
    Test number
    430848341742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail22,504 miles (+788)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,504 miles
    Test number
    907473546999
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

  5. Pass21,716 miles (+1,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,716 miles
    Test number
    503233725781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  6. Pass20,291 miles (+2,460)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,291 miles
    Test number
    927698954092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • NotePerishing noted on front tyre sidewalls

  7. Pass17,831 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,831 miles
    Test number
    116435863416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,217 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,217 miles
    Test number
    147321372176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  9. Fail17,216 miles (+2,722)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,216 miles
    Test number
    885376962190
    • DangerousFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  10. Pass14,494 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,494 miles
    Test number
    949593651175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,278 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    11,278 miles
    Test number
    961599650181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail8,820 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,820 miles
    Test number
    143731739189
    • Repaired at testRear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront tyre wall cracked but not to cords at time of test

  13. Pass8,820 miles (+3,883)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    8,820 miles
    Test number
    313411939178
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront tyre wall cracked but not to cords at time of test

  14. Pass4,937 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    4,937 miles
    Test number
    463088828182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass3,211 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    3,211 miles
    Test number
    153970537178
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp carrier bracket split left-hand side, headlamp still secure

  16. Fail3,211 miles (+1,670)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,211 miles
    Test number
    292940937188
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp carrier bracket split left-hand side, headlamp still secure

  17. Pass1,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    1,541 miles
    Test number
    244452995291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P501 UDL

Does P501 UDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P501 UDL is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on P501 UDL?
The MOT on P501 UDL is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P501 UDL done?
P501 UDL was recorded at 22,748 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 1,058 miles a year.
Has P501 UDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P501 UDL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on P501 UDL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P501 UDL find?
P501 UDL passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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