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MKW 129W

1981 Triumph TR8

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,498 mi
Last recorded33,498 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR844,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 129W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 33,498 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 30,879 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 30,504 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 30,504 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2019 30,391 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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MKW 129W is a 1981 Triumph TR8 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MKW 129W, 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.

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How do I check the history of MKW 129W?

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What year was MKW 129W registered?

MKW 129W is a 1981 Triumph TR8, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is MKW 129W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 129W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MKW 129W have outstanding finance?

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