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BLC 87H

1970 Triumph TR4

Green Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,985 mi
Last recorded53,985 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLC 87H
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 53,985 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 53,624 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 53,624 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 53,074 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 52,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 52,354 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 52,354 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 51,954 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,525 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 51,219 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 50,950 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 50,754 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 50,345 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 50,344 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 49,827 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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BLC 87H is a 1970 Triumph TR4 in Green with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BLC 87H, 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 56 years old, this Triumph TR4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLC 87H registered?

BLC 87H is a 1970 Triumph TR4, first registered on 10 March 1970.

Is BLC 87H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLC 87H shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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