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XSY 337

1997 Triumph TR3

Cream Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,792 mi
Last recorded82,792 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR39,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSY 337
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 82,792 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 82,792 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 82,788 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 82,787 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 82,787 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 82,787 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 May 2006 82,787 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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XSY 337 is a 1997 Triumph TR3 in Cream with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 9,246 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 TR3 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSY 337, 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 29 years old, this Triumph TR3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XSY 337 registered?

XSY 337 is a 1997 Triumph TR3, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is XSY 337 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSY 337 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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