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UWK 172

1978 Triumph TR3

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,095 mi
Last recorded9,095 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR37,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWK 172
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2012 9,095 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 8,893 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 8,080 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 7,801 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 7,436 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 7,414 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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UWK 172 is a 1978 Triumph TR3 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 7,920 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 UWK 172, 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 48 years old, this Triumph TR3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWK 172?

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What year was UWK 172 registered?

UWK 172 is a 1978 Triumph TR3, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is UWK 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWK 172 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWK 172 have outstanding finance?

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