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OSJ 717

1998 Triumph TR3

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,572 mi
Last recorded9,572 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph TR320,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSJ 717
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 9,572 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 9,235 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2012 5,034 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 5,034 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 4,564 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 4,564 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 3,983 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 3,473 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 3,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 3,058 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 2,699 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,268 miles

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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OSJ 717 is a 1998 Triumph TR3 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OSJ 717, 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 OSJ 717 registered?

OSJ 717 is a 1998 Triumph TR3, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is OSJ 717 safe to buy?

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