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NSU 153

1989 Triumph TR3

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,289 mi
Last recorded40,289 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR323,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSU 153
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 40,289 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 40,285 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 40,258 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 40,240 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 40,042 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 39,835 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 38,643 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 38,204 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 38,204 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 37,694 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,423 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 36,460 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,966 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 33,316 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 33,292 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 31,052 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 27,378 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 26,534 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 26,534 miles

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,985 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 21,587 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,060 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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NSU 153 is a 1989 Triumph TR3 in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 23,094 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 NSU 153, 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 37 years old, this Triumph TR3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NSU 153 registered?

NSU 153 is a 1989 Triumph TR3, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is NSU 153 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSU 153 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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