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TSP 838

1983 Triumph TR3A

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,077 mi
Last recorded5,077 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSP 838
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3A
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 5,077 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 893 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 33,268 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 32,688 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 31,671 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 31,585 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 31,585 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2006 31,443 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2006 31,432 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TSP 838 is a 1983 Triumph TR3A in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TSP 838, 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 43 years old, this Triumph TR3A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSP 838?

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What year was TSP 838 registered?

TSP 838 is a 1983 Triumph TR3A, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is TSP 838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSP 838 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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