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970 XWG

1957 Triumph TR3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,110 mi
Last recorded31,110 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1957 Triumph TR321,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration970 XWG
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 31,110 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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970 XWG is a 1957 Triumph TR3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 21,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 970 XWG, 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 69 years old, this Triumph TR3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 970 XWG registered?

970 XWG is a 1957 Triumph TR3, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is 970 XWG safe to buy?

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