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FAY 787C

1983 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,144 mi
Last recorded30,144 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 1983 Triumph TR4A80,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAY 787C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2007 30,144 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 29,632 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 29,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in off side of steering rack

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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FAY 787C is a 1983 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 80,734 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 FAY 787C, 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 43 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAY 787C?

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What year was FAY 787C registered?

FAY 787C is a 1983 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 2 November 1983.

Is FAY 787C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAY 787C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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