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SBC 733

1957 Triumph TR3

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,659 mi
Last recorded39,659 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1957 Triumph TR321,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBC 733
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1957
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,659 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,908 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 38,309 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,347 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 41,347 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2010 41,347 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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SBC 733 is a 1957 Triumph TR3 in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1957 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 21,414 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 SBC 733, 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 69 years old, this Triumph TR3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SBC 733 registered?

SBC 733 is a 1957 Triumph TR3, first registered on 20 September 1957.

Is SBC 733 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBC 733 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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