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VYJ 812

1993 Triumph 3TA

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,439 mi
Last recorded10,439 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 812
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2012 10,439 miles

Front Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 10,439 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 10,075 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2009 9,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 9,656 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 9,656 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 9,352 miles

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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VYJ 812 is a 1993 Triumph 3TA in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VYJ 812, 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 33 years old, this Triumph 3TA is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of VYJ 812?

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What year was VYJ 812 registered?

VYJ 812 is a 1993 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 11 August 1993.

Is VYJ 812 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYJ 812 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYJ 812 have outstanding finance?

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