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SUV 432

1997 Triumph TR3

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,619 mi
Last recorded3,619 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR39,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUV 432
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2024 3,619 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 3,576 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 2,651 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

free play detected at steering wheel

play found in column through bulk head

Pass 12 Aug 2010 2,355 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,184 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 1,984 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 1,832 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 1,674 miles

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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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SUV 432 is a 1997 Triumph TR3 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SUV 432, 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 29 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SUV 432 registered?

SUV 432 is a 1997 Triumph TR3, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is SUV 432 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUV 432 shows 8 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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