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MMK 364W

1981 Triumph TR8

Red Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,631 mi
Last recorded36,631 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR844,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMK 364W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,631 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 36,078 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 36,072 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust emissions above 6% but classed as a kit car

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 35,500 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 35,500 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,899 miles

Emissions high at 6%. Measured as kit car

Pass 8 Jul 2016 33,313 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 33,024 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 32,081 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 32,081 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 31,822 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 30,856 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 29,861 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 29,328 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 28,651 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 27,622 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 27,230 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 25,963 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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MMK 364W is a 1981 Triumph TR8 in Red with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MMK 364W, 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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What year was MMK 364W registered?

MMK 364W is a 1981 Triumph TR8, first registered on 27 May 1981.

Is MMK 364W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMK 364W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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