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801 XVY

1962 Triumph 3TA

Silver Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,863 mi
Last recorded2,863 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1962 Triumph 3TA10,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration801 XVY
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1962
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 2,863 miles

Rear tyre slight cracking to sidewalls

Fail 5 May 2023 2,863 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyre slight cracking to sidewalls

Pass 3 May 2013 2,861 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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801 XVY is a 1962 Triumph 3TA in Silver with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1962 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 10,489 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 801 XVY, 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 64 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 801 XVY registered?

801 XVY is a 1962 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 10 July 1962.

Is 801 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 801 XVY 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.

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