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EFX 283C

1965 Triumph TR4A

Black Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,099 mi
Last recorded83,099 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2012
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFX 283C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2012 83,099 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 83,098 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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EFX 283C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Black with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EFX 283C, 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

How do I check the history of EFX 283C?

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What year was EFX 283C registered?

EFX 283C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 10 May 1965.

Is EFX 283C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFX 283C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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