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BDF 290C

1992 Triumph TR4A

White Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,618 mi
Last recorded33,618 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Triumph TR4A20,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 290C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 33,618 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 33,193 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 32,504 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 31,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 30,630 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 29,644 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 28,692 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 28,605 miles

Offside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside washer jet slightly blocked

Pass 19 Mar 2019 27,228 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,400 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 24,166 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 23,687 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 23,521 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,521 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,528 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 21,662 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 21,656 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 20,873 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,873 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 20,298 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 19,378 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 18,507 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 18,504 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,281 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 18,274 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,153 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 16,961 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR4A?

Based on 11,256 MOT tests across 999 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
999
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 378
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 225
Horn not working 183
parking brake recording little or no effort 151
brake binding 144
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BDF 290C is a 1992 Triumph TR4A in White with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 20,334 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 TR4A fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDF 290C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR4A typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 34 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BDF 290C?

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What year was BDF 290C registered?

BDF 290C is a 1992 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 10 June 1992.

Is BDF 290C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDF 290C shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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