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GPV 52C

1989 Triumph TR4A

Blue Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,896 mi
Last recorded61,896 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR4A28,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 52C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 61,896 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 61,770 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 61,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

slight freeplay in n/s/f hub

Pass 2 Jun 2008 61,307 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 61,305 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

offside rear tyre rubbing on shock absorber top mount

recommend rear suspension check

Pass 3 May 2007 55,537 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 55,584 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 20 May 2006 53,162 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 53,162 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GPV 52C is a 1989 Triumph TR4A in Blue with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1989 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 28,512 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 GPV 52C, 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 37 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPV 52C registered?

GPV 52C is a 1989 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is GPV 52C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 52C shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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