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CDV 242C

1965 Triumph TR4A

Green Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,691 mi
Last recorded35,691 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDV 242C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2026 35,691 miles

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))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 35,456 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 35,456 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 34,970 miles

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))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 34,959 miles

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))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 34,628 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 34,358 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,988 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 33,863 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 33,762 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 32,504 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 31,384 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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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.

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