MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,723 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
side repeaters not working.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
side repeaters not working.
Front both front side repeaters not working
Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear pipe ()
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind brake drum (1.1.11 (c))
Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Front both front side repeaters not working
Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear pipe ()
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind brake drum (1.1.11 (c))
Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
play in steering rack on o/s
wipers smear
all suspension rubbers perished
exhaust banging on floor
heavy corrosion to under side
heavy lower engine oil leak
lower front valance insecure n/s
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
all suspension rubbers perished
exhaust banging on floor
heavy corrosion to under side
heavy lower engine oil leak
lower front valance insecure n/s
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
How Reliable is the Triumph TR8?
Based on 1,054 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SKJ 954W is a 1981 Triumph TR8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
Across all 1981 Triumph TR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 44,260 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 TR8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKJ 954W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph TR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SKJ 954W registered?
SKJ 954W is a 1981 Triumph TR8, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is SKJ 954W safe to buy?
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