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SFO 544

1996 Triumph TR3A

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,037 mi
Last recorded97,037 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 544
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3A
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 97,037 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 96,994 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 96,929 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 96,886 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 96,784 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 96,691 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 96,678 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 96,656 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 95,408 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 94,213 miles

Nearside Front Steering idler slight play

Pass 5 Mar 2016 93,951 miles

Nearside Front Steering idler slight side play

Pass 14 Mar 2015 93,828 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 93,776 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 93,673 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 93,602 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 93,452 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 93,184 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 92,578 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 91,981 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 9,365 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 9,021 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR3A?

Based on 1,111 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Stop lamp not working 10
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 8
brake binding 8
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 7
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SFO 544 is a 1996 Triumph TR3A in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph TR3A fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFO 544, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR3A typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 30 years old, this Triumph TR3A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFO 544?

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What year was SFO 544 registered?

SFO 544 is a 1996 Triumph TR3A, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is SFO 544 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 544 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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