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831 XUC

1959 Triumph TR3

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,296 mi
Last recorded58,296 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 1959 Triumph TR327,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration831 XUC
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1959
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 58,296 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 58,296 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 58,234 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 58,227 miles

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 57,372 miles

underbody covered in thick underseal appears ok

Pass 28 Nov 2009 57,299 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 57,295 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 57,236 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 57,220 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR3?

Based on 7,628 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 87
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 75
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831 XUC is a 1959 Triumph TR3 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1959 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 27,444 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR3 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 831 XUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR3 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph TR3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 831 XUC registered?

831 XUC is a 1959 Triumph TR3, first registered on 15 May 1959.

Is 831 XUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 831 XUC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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