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7 VC

1962 Triumph TR4

Blue Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

56,183 mi
Last recorded56,183 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1962 Triumph TR438,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 VC
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 56,183 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 56,183 miles

Direction indicator not working all not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both fronts not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing around bonnet hing mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2020 52,252 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 48,268 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 46,147 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 42,677 miles

advise longer wheel studs needed

both rear tyres inner wall are starting to split

Pass 19 Sep 2014 37,834 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 35,611 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,350 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 31,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 28,147 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 19,512 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 13,934 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,854 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR4?

Based on 12,148 MOT tests across 1,310 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
428
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
1,310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 208
Horn not working 205
brake binding 198
Stop lamp not working 192
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7 VC is a 1962 Triumph TR4 in Blue with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1962 Triumph TR4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 38,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR4 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 234 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 7 VC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR4 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 64 years old, this Triumph TR4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 7 VC registered?

7 VC is a 1962 Triumph TR4, first registered on 27 March 1962.

Is 7 VC safe to buy?

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