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SHP 520

1995 Triumph TR3

Brown Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,612 mi
Last recorded47,612 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 1995 Triumph TR316,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHP 520
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1995
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 47,612 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 45,903 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 45,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 44,527 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 44,393 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 44,098 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 43,927 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 42,800 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 36,964 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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SHP 520 is a 1995 Triumph TR3 in Brown with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 16,217 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 SHP 520, 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 31 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHP 520?

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What year was SHP 520 registered?

SHP 520 is a 1995 Triumph TR3, first registered on 6 June 1995.

Is SHP 520 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHP 520 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHP 520 have outstanding finance?

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