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417 NTU

1978 Triumph TR3

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,544 mi
Last recorded14,544 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR37,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration417 NTU
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 14,544 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 13,641 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 13,639 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking to front carb on engine (7.2.3)

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

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

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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417 NTU is a 1978 Triumph TR3 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 7,920 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 417 NTU, 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 48 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 417 NTU?

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What year was 417 NTU registered?

417 NTU is a 1978 Triumph TR3, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is 417 NTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 417 NTU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 417 NTU have outstanding finance?

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