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597 GDV

1961 Triumph 3TA

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,803 mi
Last recorded9,803 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1961 Triumph 3TA16,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration597 GDV
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 9,803 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 9,686 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 9,476 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,182 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,839 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

throttle cable incorrectly routed

Fail 23 Apr 2013 8,839 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

throttle cable incorrectly routed

Pass 3 Apr 2012 8,544 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 8,124 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 7,877 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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597 GDV is a 1961 Triumph 3TA in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1961 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 16,365 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 3TA fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 597 GDV, 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 65 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 597 GDV registered?

597 GDV is a 1961 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 17 February 1961.

Is 597 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 597 GDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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