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BVH 305A

1958 Triumph 3TA

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

952 mi
Last recorded952 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1958 Triumph 3TA11,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVH 305A
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 952 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 885 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 834 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 448 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 318 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 123 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2011 3,200 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 2,836 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 2,821 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 2,666 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 2,663 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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BVH 305A is a 1958 Triumph 3TA in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1958 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,593 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 BVH 305A, 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 68 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BVH 305A registered?

BVH 305A is a 1958 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 30 August 1958.

Is BVH 305A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVH 305A shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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