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SSU 150

1989 Triumph TR3

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,036 mi
Last recorded49,036 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR323,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 150
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 49,036 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 47,095 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2012 43,521 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 43,135 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 43,135 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 42,917 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 42,482 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 42,482 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 42,324 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 41,897 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 11,854 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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SSU 150 is a 1989 Triumph TR3 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SSU 150, 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 SSU 150 registered?

SSU 150 is a 1989 Triumph TR3, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is SSU 150 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 150 shows 11 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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