MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,289 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
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)
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)
Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Triumph TR3?
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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?
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