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DOS 748

2004 Triumph TR3

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,586 mi
Last recorded93,586 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOS 748
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 93,586 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 93,019 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 92,538 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 91,310 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 91,248 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 91,174 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 90,699 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 90,057 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 88,051 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 87,581 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 87,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 87,140 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 87,075 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 86,919 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 86,865 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 86,556 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 85,343 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 84,388 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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DOS 748 is a 2004 Triumph TR3 in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DOS 748, 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 22 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of DOS 748?

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What year was DOS 748 registered?

DOS 748 is a 2004 Triumph TR3, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is DOS 748 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOS 748 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DOS 748 have outstanding finance?

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