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RSL 474

1958 Triumph 3TA

Orange Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

241 mi
Last recorded241 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1958 Triumph 3TA11,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSL 474
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1958
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 241 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 241 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

no locknut on bottom swivel on front brakecable

How Reliable is the Triumph 3TA?

Based on 3,368 MOT tests across 650 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
106
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
650
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
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RSL 474 is a 1958 Triumph 3TA in Orange with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1958 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,593 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 3TA fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RSL 474, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 3TA typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 68 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RSL 474 registered?

RSL 474 is a 1958 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 31 December 1958.

Is RSL 474 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSL 474 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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