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GSJ 344

1997 Triumph TR4

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,642 mi
Last recorded54,642 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR430,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSJ 344
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 54,642 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 54,316 miles

Both reare tyres perishing

Pass 22 Apr 2013 53,816 miles

temp repair on rear exhaust

Fail 22 Apr 2013 53,816 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 52,869 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 50,746 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 47,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 44,384 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 40,702 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 40,265 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 39,916 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 39,916 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 May 2005 39,414 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

occasional sparks from light switch

oil leak

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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GSJ 344 is a 1997 Triumph TR4 in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GSJ 344, 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 GSJ 344 registered?

GSJ 344 is a 1997 Triumph TR4, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is GSJ 344 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSJ 344 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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