2014 Triumph S 0.7L Petrol · NG14 ADU

The 2025‑07‑31 MOT at 18,691 miles passed with zero defects, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy. The record shows a shift from defect‑free passes in 2021‑2023 to multiple advisories in 2024, yet the most recent test resolved those issues, indicating a stable or improving maintenance trend. At an age of roughly 12 years, the recorded mileage of 18,691 equates to about 1,558 miles per year, well below the average for a vehicle of this vintage. The interval from the 2021‑10‑22 test (12,770 miles) to the 2023‑05‑06 test (13,965 miles) adds 1,195 miles over 7 months, while the subsequent rise to 14,450 miles in August 2024 and 18,691 miles in July 2025 reflects a steady, moderate increase rather than abrupt mileage spikes. A buyer should pay close attention to the recurring suspension advisories: the 2024 and 2025 tests note light oil misting on both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b)), and the 2021‑08‑28 failure recorded a serious fluid leak on the offside front shock. Inspection of the front and rear suspension bushes, joints and pins, as well as verification that the shock bodies are free of leaks, is essential. The short offside brake lever (1.1.2 (d)) and the noted drive chain tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i)) also merit direct measurement of brake free play and chain tension, while the tyre wear recorded as ‘close to the legal limit’ demands a tread depth check. Overall, the vehicle demonstrates low usage and recent corrective work, but the history of suspension and brake advisories means a thorough in‑person examination of those components, together with a review of tyre condition and exhaust integrity, will confirm whether the car remains a reliable purchase.