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WVF 999X

1982 Triumph TR8

Red Petrol 4598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,723 mi
Last recorded3,723 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Triumph TR855,145 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVF 999X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 3,723 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 3,607 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 3,604 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2019 3,583 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 3,112 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 3,112 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 2,828 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 2,790 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 2,774 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 2,758 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 2,072 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 1,481 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 174 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 174 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008

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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WVF 999X is a 1982 Triumph TR8 in Red with a 4,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WVF 999X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WVF 999X registered?

WVF 999X is a 1982 Triumph TR8, first registered on 11 January 1982.

Is WVF 999X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVF 999X shows 15 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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