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XSO 746S

1991 Triumph TR8

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,617 mi
Last recorded31,617 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSO 746S
MakeTriumph
ModelTR8
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 31,617 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 24,676 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 23,807 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges close to the legal limit

Pass 28 Sep 2016 22,844 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2016 22,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2015 20,953 miles

oil and coolant leak

rear tyres cracked between treads

Pass 10 Sep 2014 18,640 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,466 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 18,460 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 17,896 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,889 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 17,753 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 17,480 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 15,319 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in steering rack

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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XSO 746S is a 1991 Triumph TR8 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XSO 746S, 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 35 years old, this Triumph TR8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XSO 746S registered?

XSO 746S is a 1991 Triumph TR8, first registered on 7 March 1991.

Is XSO 746S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSO 746S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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