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Triumph TR3

Red · Petrol · 1958 · 2,000 cc

VSJ 918MOT history

VSJ 918 is a red petrol Triumph TR3 first used on 6 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 27,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2025
Mileage
27,540 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2024
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VSJ 918
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Triumph
Model
TR3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1958
First used
6 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

VSJ 918 was last recorded at 27,540 miles on 27 Jun 2024, 10,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,851 miles · 19 Jun 2012
Between the last two tests
10,689 miles
Average per year
1,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 27,540 miles
  • 2012 – 16,851 miles
  • 2011 – 16,596 miles
  • 2010 – 14,373 miles
  • 2009 – 8,208 miles
  • 2007 – 6,553 miles
  • 2006 – 6,553 miles
  • 2005 – 6,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,540 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear and osf (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

12 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,540 miles (+10,689)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    27,540 miles
    Test number
    677096380691
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear and osf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass16,851 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,851 miles
    Test number
    486041672161
    • NoteChassis has surface corrosion

  3. Fail16,847 miles (+251)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,847 miles
    Test number
    468165562106
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChassis has surface corrosion

  4. Pass16,596 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,596 miles
    Test number
    998559831126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail16,593 miles (+2,220)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,593 miles
    Test number
    696780731117
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  6. Pass14,373 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,373 miles
    Test number
    111253680407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail14,370 miles (+6,162)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,370 miles
    Test number
    640406170035
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  8. Pass8,208 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    8,208 miles
    Test number
    871012669057
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail8,201 miles (+1,648)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,201 miles
    Test number
    984986959027
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass6,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    6,553 miles
    Test number
    482917177248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass6,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    6,553 miles
    Test number
    990527356259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass6,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    6,553 miles
    Test number
    481581825259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VSJ 918

What vehicle is registration VSJ 918 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VSJ 918 on a red petrol Triumph TR3 first used on 6 Nov 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VSJ 918 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VSJ 918 expired on 26 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VSJ 918?
The MOT on VSJ 918 expired on 26 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VSJ 918 done?
VSJ 918 was recorded at 27,540 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2024, an average of 1,111 miles a year.
Has VSJ 918 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VSJ 918 has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2012.
Has the mileage on VSJ 918 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on VSJ 918 find?
VSJ 918 passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2024 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear and osf; front coil spring corroded both; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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