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GDS 68E

1992 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,725 mi
Last recorded89,725 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1992 Triumph TR4A20,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDS 68E
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 89,725 miles

O/s rear handbrake effort low and slow

Pass 23 Jan 2017 88,774 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 88,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 88,735 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion on discs

Fail 20 Apr 2011 88,735 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

corrosion on discs

Pass 7 Dec 2009 57,174 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 88,676 miles

Centre Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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GDS 68E is a 1992 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 20,334 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 GDS 68E, 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 34 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GDS 68E registered?

GDS 68E is a 1992 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 28 October 1992.

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