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GJW 12

1998 Triumph TR4

Red Petrol 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,869 mi
Last recorded12,869 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph TR424,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJW 12
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 May 2017 12,869 miles

exhaust centre pipe fouling on gearbox case

slight play at steering column top bearing.

Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,722 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 12,463 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 12,327 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 11,736 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,226 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,830 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 10,420 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 10,098 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 9,850 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 9,641 miles

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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GJW 12 is a 1998 Triumph TR4 in Red with a 2,183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Triumph TR4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 24,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJW 12, 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 28 years old, this Triumph TR4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GJW 12 registered?

GJW 12 is a 1998 Triumph TR4, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is GJW 12 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJW 12 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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