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GDS 588F

1997 Triumph TR4

White Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

61,871 mi
Last recorded61,871 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR430,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDS 588F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 61,871 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 40,942 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 33,624 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 33,624 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 10,331 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 10,331 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 49,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2013 49,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2012
Pass 4 Feb 2011 19,496 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 19,476 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 19,476 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 19,444 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006
Pass 15 Dec 2005 19,314 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 19,314 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GDS 588F is a 1997 Triumph TR4 in White with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GDS 588F, 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.

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What year was GDS 588F registered?

GDS 588F is a 1997 Triumph TR4, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is GDS 588F safe to buy?

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