Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Triumph Scrambler?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Triumph Scrambler?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Triumph Scrambler?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2019 Triumph Scrambler reliable?

Based on MOT data from 675 vehicles, the 2019 Triumph Scrambler has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2019 Triumph Scrambler?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2019 Triumph Scrambler are: Exhaust noisy (43.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (16.4% of vehicles), Rear reflector missing (15% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Triumph Scrambler?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Triumph Scrambler (2019)

675 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.4% first-time pass rate

2019 Triumph Scrambler

CarHunch analysed 675 real MOT records for the 2019 Triumph Scrambler. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Triumph Scrambler is notably reliable, with a 93.4% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 4.7% of vehicles. This is a straightforward, low-risk purchase from a mechanical standpoint.

These bikes are running low mileage for their age—just 6,700 miles at the median—which explains the strong pass rate and minimal average failures of 0.33 per vehicle. When checking out a used example, focus on the service history and fuel system condition (advisories average 1.2 per bike, often minor wear items), and confirm the odometer genuinely reflects light use.

The 2019 Triumph Scrambler passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

93.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.33

Over 4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–10k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 675 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 675 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 43.5%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 16.4%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 15%

Rear reflector missing · Headlamp aim too high · Drive chain slightly loose · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 14.1%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 4.5%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Suspension & steering 3.2%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019.

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Based on MOT data from 675 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,309 Triumph Scrambler vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 29.9%

391

Blue 28.4%

372

Green 23.6%

309

Black 15%

196

Silver 1.5%

Red 1%

Grey 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Triumph Scrambler vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,700

typical

4,274

low mileage

10,093

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Triumph Scrambler vehicles fall between 4,274 and 10,093 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,274 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 4,274–10,093 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Triumph Scramblers sit.

⚠ Over 13,625 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Triumph Scrambler — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Triumph Scramblers are still on the road.

Strong survival — 578 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.33

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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