MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,691 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
N/S/F brake shim ill-fitting
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
engine oil leak
knock from n/s/f when braking
How Reliable is the Triumph TR4A?
Based on 11,256 MOT tests across 999 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CDV 242C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Green with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1965 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,967 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 CDV 242C, 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 61 years old, this Triumph TR4A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was CDV 242C registered?
CDV 242C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 7 April 1965.
Is CDV 242C safe to buy?
The MOT history for CDV 242C shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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