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VFL 225

1963 Triumph 3TA

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,493 mi
Last recorded7,493 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1963 Triumph 3TA23,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFL 225
MakeTriumph
Model3TA
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2014 6,763 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 5,405 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 4,660 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 May 2012 4,660 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

no front fender

How Reliable is the Triumph 3TA?

Based on 3,368 MOT tests across 650 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
106
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
650
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
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VFL 225 is a 1963 Triumph 3TA in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1963 Triumph 3TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 23,834 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 3TA fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFL 225, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 3TA typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 63 years old, this Triumph 3TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFL 225 registered?

VFL 225 is a 1963 Triumph 3TA, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is VFL 225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFL 225 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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