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MFF 261

1956 Triumph TR3

White Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,488 mi
Last recorded53,488 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2013
Typical for 1956 Triumph TR332,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFF 261
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1956
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2013 53,488 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,883 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 52,883 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,789 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 50,494 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 49,369 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 47,320 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 47,051 miles

Front suspension upper wishbone fulcrum bushes poor condition

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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MFF 261 is a 1956 Triumph TR3 in White with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1956 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 32,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MFF 261, 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 70 years old, this Triumph TR3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFF 261 registered?

MFF 261 is a 1956 Triumph TR3, first registered on 30 December 1956.

Is MFF 261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFF 261 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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