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XSU 282

1990 Triumph TR3

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,990 mi
Last recorded94,990 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1990 Triumph TR327,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 282
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2012 94,990 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight play at steering idler

Pass 27 Jul 2011 94,562 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 94,372 miles

play on n/s steering idler corrosion on n/s & o/s lower trunions

Pass 30 Jun 2009 93,936 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 93,630 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 93,514 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 93,306 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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XSU 282 is a 1990 Triumph TR3 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,375 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 XSU 282, 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 36 years old, this Triumph TR3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XSU 282 registered?

XSU 282 is a 1990 Triumph TR3, first registered on 12 September 1990.

Is XSU 282 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 282 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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