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KUC 621W

1981 Triumph TR8

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,344 mi
Last recorded89,344 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR844,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUC 621W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 89,344 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 89,344 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 89,344 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 89,206 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2008 89,206 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2007 88,903 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 88,903 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

slight play in steering coupling,play in steering rack.

Pass 8 May 2006 88,712 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 88,712 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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KUC 621W is a 1981 Triumph TR8 in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KUC 621W, 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

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What year was KUC 621W registered?

KUC 621W is a 1981 Triumph TR8, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KUC 621W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUC 621W shows 9 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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