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USU 142

1989 Triumph TR3

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,389 mi
Last recorded30,389 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR323,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 142
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 30,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 29,527 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 28,635 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 27,788 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 27,788 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 27,228 miles

Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn both sides have slight play (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 26,684 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 26,194 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 25,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 24,150 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,744 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 23,744 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,094 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 23,094 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 22,181 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 22,178 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake pipe at bulkheak vibrating / loose in clips. ( not rubber type fitted)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 20,948 miles

drivers seat loose

nearside screen washer inoperative

offside seatbelt stalk ,bolt short

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,571 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,898 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front seat belt stalk, bolt short.

rear no.plate lamp has one bulb inoperative

Fail 3 Apr 2012 18,898 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

offside front seat belt stalk, bolt short.

rear no.plate lamp has one bulb inoperative

Pass 20 Apr 2011 17,405 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 17,401 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,922 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 14,809 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,466 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 11,679 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 9,811 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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USU 142 is a 1989 Triumph TR3 in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 USU 142, 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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USU 142 is a 1989 Triumph TR3, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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