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UAY 965X

1982 Triumph TR8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

96,640 mi
Last recorded96,640 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 1982 Triumph TR855,145 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAY 965X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 96,640 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 96,640 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 96,613 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable Gear linkage fouling (6.1.7 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 96,613 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable Gear linkage fouling (6.1.7 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 96,469 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 95,998 miles

All four tyres perished/cracked

Fail 2 Sep 2017 95,998 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

All four tyres perished/cracked

Pass 16 Oct 2014 35,362 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 94,855 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 94,059 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 94,052 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 93,748 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 93,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 93,618 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Significant Endfloat on BOTH Half Shafts of Rear Axle.

Pass 24 Mar 2009 93,369 miles

Brake warning light on.

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 93,236 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 93,236 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 93,005 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 93,005 miles

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)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 92,814 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR8?

Based on 1,054 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
fog lamp not working 23
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UAY 965X is a 1982 Triumph TR8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1982 Triumph TR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 55,145 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 UAY 965X, 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 44 years old, this Triumph TR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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UAY 965X is a 1982 Triumph TR8, first registered on 1 February 1982.

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