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DVC 160C

1965 Triumph TR4A

Green Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,742 mi
Last recorded99,742 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVC 160C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 99,742 miles

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' central area (8.3.1d)

all brakes binding slightly

slight play in os inner steering rack joint

welding repairs noted to os and ns rear chassis

Pass 13 May 2015 99,705 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brakes binding slightly

general under vehicle corrosion

slight corrosiont o both front brake discs

slight perishing to tread of ns rear tyre

welding repairs noted to both rear chassis legs

Pass 16 Jun 2014 99,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

general under vehicle corrosion

slight corrosion to both front brake discs

slight perishing to both rear tyres

welding repairs noted to both rear chassis legs

Pass 28 May 2012 99,618 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front and rear tyres perishing in treads

general under vehicle corrosion

ns rear suspension rebound rubber perished

rear exhaust section rubber hangers perished

slight play in steering column universal joints

some corrosion to both front brake discs

Pass 2 Jun 2010 99,524 miles

various welding repairs noted under vehicle

windscreen chipped in ns swept area

Fail 1 Jun 2009 99,456 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

battery insecure in mounting

general under vehicle corrosion and various welding repairs noted

Pass 1 Jun 2009 99,456 miles

battery insecure in mounting

general under vehicle corrosion and various welding repairs noted

Pass 16 Jun 2006 99,380 miles

play in lower steering column to rack splined joint

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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DVC 160C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Green with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVC 160C, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DVC 160C registered?

DVC 160C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 14 July 1965.

Is DVC 160C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVC 160C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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