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NWK 988W

1980 Triumph TR8

Green Other 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,827 mi
Last recorded17,827 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph TR840,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWK 988W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2019 17,827 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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NWK 988W is a 1980 Triumph TR8 in Green with a 3,528cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph TR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 40,868 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 NWK 988W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph TR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NWK 988W registered?

NWK 988W is a 1980 Triumph TR8, first registered on 13 August 1980.

Is NWK 988W safe to buy?

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