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GEU 65W

1981 Triumph TR8

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,818 mi
Last recorded90,818 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR844,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEU 65W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 90,818 miles

foot brake travel long

Fail 18 Jul 2022 3,076 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cut is to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 90,543 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR8?

Based on 1,054 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
fog lamp not working 23
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GEU 65W is a 1981 Triumph TR8 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph TR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 44,260 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 TR8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEU 65W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph TR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEU 65W?

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What year was GEU 65W registered?

GEU 65W is a 1981 Triumph TR8, first registered on 27 February 1981.

Is GEU 65W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEU 65W 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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