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DHJ 297B

1997 Triumph TR4

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,149 mi
Last recorded52,149 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR430,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 297B
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 52,149 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 50,694 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 49,324 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 47,822 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 45,807 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 43,765 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 40,734 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 37,770 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 35,102 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 May 2016 33,054 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 31,655 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 29,221 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 27,367 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,319 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 12,941 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 11,053 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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DHJ 297B is a 1997 Triumph TR4 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Triumph TR4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 30,068 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 DHJ 297B, 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 29 years old, this Triumph TR4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHJ 297B?

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What year was DHJ 297B registered?

DHJ 297B is a 1997 Triumph TR4, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is DHJ 297B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHJ 297B shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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