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WSU 149

1989 Triumph TR3

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,780 mi
Last recorded19,780 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2008
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR323,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 149
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,780 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 19,613 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 17,905 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 17,905 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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WSU 149 is a 1989 Triumph TR3 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WSU 149, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WSU 149?

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What year was WSU 149 registered?

WSU 149 is a 1989 Triumph TR3, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is WSU 149 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 149 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSU 149 have outstanding finance?

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