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GBZ 1950

1965 Triumph TR4A

Blue Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,568 mi
Last recorded69,568 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBZ 1950
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 69,568 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 68,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 68,410 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 67,676 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2012 66,599 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 64,879 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 63,366 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,240 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2009 63,240 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2008 62,795 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 61,860 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 61,860 miles

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Coolant leak

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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GBZ 1950 is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Blue with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GBZ 1950, 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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How do I check the history of GBZ 1950?

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What year was GBZ 1950 registered?

GBZ 1950 is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 8 October 1965.

Is GBZ 1950 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBZ 1950 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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