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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 885 cc

V657 GLMMOT history

V657 GLM is a black petrol Triumph Legend first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 18,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
18,644 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 GLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Legend
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V657 GLM was last recorded at 18,644 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Aug 2011: 3,256 miles, lower than 29,696 miles on 17 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
18,067 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
577 miles
Average per year
920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,644 miles
  • 2025 – 18,067 miles
  • 2024 – 17,647 miles
  • 2023 – 17,056 miles
  • 2022 – 16,325 miles
  • 2021 – 15,187 miles
  • 2020 – 14,037 miles
  • 2019 – 13,000 miles
  • 2018 – 11,700 miles
  • 2017 – 9,746 miles
  • 2016 – 8,573 miles
  • 2015 – 6,729 miles
  • 2014 – 4,362 miles
  • 2013 – 3,847 miles
  • 2012 – 3,541 miles
  • 2011 – 3,256 miles
  • 2010 – 29,696 miles
  • 2009 – 2,041 miles
  • 2008 – 1,531 miles
  • 2007 – 862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,644 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,644 miles (+577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    18,644 miles
    Test number
    675661814365
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass18,067 miles (+420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    18,067 miles
    Test number
    123927977654
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass17,647 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    17,647 miles
    Test number
    593985389979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass17,056 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    17,056 miles
    Test number
    549101355481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass16,325 miles (+1,138)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    16,325 miles
    Test number
    413736032375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,187 miles (+1,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    15,187 miles
    Test number
    732408945725
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  7. Pass14,037 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    14,037 miles
    Test number
    303619880219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass13,000 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    13,000 miles
    Test number
    578883474583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,700 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    11,700 miles
    Test number
    316676271436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass9,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    9,746 miles
    Test number
    415965304386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail9,746 miles (+1,173)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,746 miles
    Test number
    210907984701
    • Repaired at testBrake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

  12. Pass8,573 miles (+1,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    8,573 miles
    Test number
    604389360362
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass6,729 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    6,729 miles
    Test number
    293115188963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass4,362 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    4,362 miles
    Test number
    138110234234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass3,847 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    3,847 miles
    Test number
    945843433292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass3,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    3,541 miles
    Test number
    387026152228
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  17. Fail3,541 miles (+285)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,541 miles
    Test number
    797876652212
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  18. Pass3,256 miles (-26,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    3,256 miles
    Test number
    985287121221
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass29,696 miles (+27,655)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,696 miles
    Test number
    242499320274
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteRear tyre pressure low rear lamp one bulb out rear brake binding

  20. Pass2,041 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    2,041 miles
    Test number
    994273559140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail2,031 miles (+500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,031 miles
    Test number
    111339949101
    • FailureRear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

  22. Pass1,531 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    1,531 miles
    Test number
    664964968189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass862 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    862 miles
    Test number
    241046237445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail853 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    853 miles
    Test number
    802749627168
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

  25. Pass28,289 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,289 km
    Test number
    231213246161
    • NoteFront wheel lateral run-out 1.0mm!
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  26. Fail28,289 km2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,289 km
    Test number
    402273446101
    • Repaired at testHandlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
    • NoteFront wheel lateral run-out 1.0mm!
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

Questions about V657 GLM

Does V657 GLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V657 GLM is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V657 GLM?
The MOT on V657 GLM is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V657 GLM done?
V657 GLM was recorded at 18,644 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 920 miles a year.
Has V657 GLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 GLM has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on V657 GLM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V657 GLM find?
V657 GLM passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort; front wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

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