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257 PYA

1962 Triumph 3TA

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,150 mi
Last recorded66,150 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1962 Triumph 3TA10,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration257 PYA
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,150 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 66,128 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 66,107 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 66,086 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 66,054 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 65,955 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 65,828 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 65,617 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 65,395 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph 3TA?

Based on 3,368 MOT tests across 650 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
106
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
650
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
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257 PYA is a 1962 Triumph 3TA in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 10,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 3TA fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 257 PYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 3TA typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 64 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 257 PYA?

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What year was 257 PYA registered?

257 PYA is a 1962 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 12 April 1962.

Is 257 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 257 PYA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 257 PYA have outstanding finance?

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