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ETH 820V

1979 Triumph TR8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,130 mi
Last recorded37,130 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETH 820V
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 37,130 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 37,124 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 36,900 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jul 2020 36,900 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 36,895 miles

Offside Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 36,514 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Triumph TR8?

Based on 1,054 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
fog lamp not working 23
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ETH 820V is a 1979 Triumph TR8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Triumph TR8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETH 820V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph TR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETH 820V?

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What year was ETH 820V registered?

ETH 820V is a 1979 Triumph TR8, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is ETH 820V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETH 820V shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETH 820V have outstanding finance?

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