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GSU 147

1987 Triumph TR3

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,166 mi
Last recorded39,166 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 147
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 39,166 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 38,298 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 38,291 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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GSU 147 is a 1987 Triumph TR3 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GSU 147, 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 39 years old, this Triumph TR3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GSU 147 registered?

GSU 147 is a 1987 Triumph TR3, first registered on 8 August 1987.

Is GSU 147 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSU 147 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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