TRIUMPH S1977 · 3.0L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on 15 June 2026 at 46,854 miles. This represents a significant improvement compared to the major failure in June 2024. While the car previously struggled with multiple mechanical and lighting defects, the most recent inspection indicates no outstanding faults, suggesting the critical issues identified during the previous year's testing have been addressed by the previous owner. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 49-year-old Triumph, with only 46,854 miles recorded and an average usage of under 1,000 miles per year. There is a notable four-year gap between the November 2020 and June 2024 tests, during which only 303 miles were recorded. Such low usage often implies the vehicle sits for long periods, which frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and surface corrosion on braking surfaces, rather than mechanical wear from high mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems due to recurring advisories. The 2024 tests flagged both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins or bushes as worn, alongside a binding offside rear service brake and pitted front discs. Although these passed the June 2026 test, these components are prone to age-related cracking in low-use vehicles. The 2024 failure for a continuous oil leak and inoperative power steering requires a close look at the engine seals and steering pump to ensure these repairs were permanent and not merely temporary fixes.