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WFF 489

1996 Triumph TR3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,224 mi
Last recorded10,224 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph TR318,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFF 489
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2018 10,224 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 9,628 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 7,847 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 6,953 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,869 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 5,577 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,879 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 4,651 miles

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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WFF 489 is a 1996 Triumph TR3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 18,170 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 WFF 489, 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 30 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WFF 489 registered?

WFF 489 is a 1996 Triumph TR3, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is WFF 489 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFF 489 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.

Does WFF 489 have outstanding finance?

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