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Triumph 3TA

Blue and Black · Petrol · 1958 · 350 cc

VXF 271MOT history

VXF 271 is a blue and black petrol Triumph 3TA first used on 18 Sept 1958. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 3,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2023
Mileage
3,389 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
39 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VXF 271
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Triumph
Model
3TA
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
350 cc
Year of manufacture
1958
First used
18 Sept 1958
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

VXF 271 was last recorded at 3,389 miles on 28 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Sept 2017: 3,308 miles, lower than 3,704 miles on 13 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
3,389 miles · 26 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
39 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 3,389 miles
  • 2020 – 3,375 miles
  • 2019 – 3,337 miles
  • 2018 – 3,331 miles
  • 2017 – 3,308 miles
  • 2016 – 3,704 miles
  • 2015 – 3,198 miles
  • 2014 – 3,126 miles
  • 2013 – 3,120 miles
  • 2012 – 3,107 miles
  • 2011 – 3,000 miles
  • 2010 – 2,892 miles
  • 2008 – 2,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,389 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    3,389 miles
    Test number
    238458542212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail3,389 miles (+14)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,389 miles
    Test number
    373842950748
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass3,375 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    3,375 miles
    Test number
    496096913900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass3,337 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    3,337 miles
    Test number
    950389764421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass3,331 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    3,331 miles
    Test number
    927074546888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass3,308 miles (-396)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    3,308 miles
    Test number
    578513788288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass3,704 miles (+506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    3,704 miles
    Test number
    596750258618
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  8. Pass3,198 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    3,198 miles
    Test number
    386486452600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass3,126 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    3,126 miles
    Test number
    108699264290
    • NoteFront brake cable adjustment at maximum.

  10. Pass3,120 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    3,120 miles
    Test number
    516757443299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass3,107 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    3,107 miles
    Test number
    717992972201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass3,000 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    3,000 miles
    Test number
    189186711110
    • NoteRear brake (Shoes) pivot arm bush slightly worn

  13. Fail2,990 miles (+98)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,990 miles
    Test number
    948935001108
    • FailureRear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteOil leaks from engine
    • NoteRear brake (Shoes) pivot arm bush slightly worn

  14. Pass2,892 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    2,892 miles
    Test number
    123270410125
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  15. Fail2,888 miles (+23)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,888 miles
    Test number
    933606900145
    • FailureBrake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)
    • FailureFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  16. Pass2,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    2,865 miles
    Test number
    341275498201
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Questions about VXF 271

What vehicle is registration VXF 271 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VXF 271 on a blue and black petrol Triumph 3TA first used on 18 Sept 1958. 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 VXF 271 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VXF 271 expired on 27 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VXF 271?
The MOT on VXF 271 expired on 27 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VXF 271 done?
VXF 271 was recorded at 3,389 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2022, an average of 39 miles a year.
Has VXF 271 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VXF 271 has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on VXF 271 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on VXF 271 find?
VXF 271 passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: rear brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake.

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