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ASJ 829

1997 Triumph TR3

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,972 mi
Last recorded67,972 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR39,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASJ 829
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2006 67,972 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 67,972 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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ASJ 829 is a 1997 Triumph TR3 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,246 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 ASJ 829, 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 29 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ASJ 829 registered?

ASJ 829 is a 1997 Triumph TR3, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is ASJ 829 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASJ 829 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASJ 829 have outstanding finance?

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