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NSJ 962

1998 Triumph TR3

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,783 mi
Last recorded39,783 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Triumph TR320,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSJ 962
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 39,783 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 39,783 miles

milage meater not working

Pass 7 Sep 2010 39,783 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 39,783 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 39,783 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 39,783 miles

fan belt very loose

Fail 7 Aug 2007 39,783 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

fan belt very loose

Pass 2 Aug 2006 39,783 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 39,783 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

handbrake cable pivot not moving

o/f/r wheel rim distorted

slight movement in o/s/f steering idler bushes

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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NSJ 962 is a 1998 Triumph TR3 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 20,102 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 TR3 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NSJ 962, 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 28 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NSJ 962 registered?

NSJ 962 is a 1998 Triumph TR3, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is NSJ 962 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSJ 962 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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