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HOB 999D

1966 Triumph TR4A

White Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,954 mi
Last recorded11,954 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1966 Triumph TR4A35,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOB 999D
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1966
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 11,954 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 11,954 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam working but cannot be deactivated (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in what appears to be oil (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under neath of vehicle covered in oil front too rear

Pass 26 May 2021 11,824 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 11,791 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 11,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 11,576 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 11,339 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2016 11,134 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 11,134 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 11,070 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 10,850 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,481 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 10,481 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 10,418 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 10,418 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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HOB 999D is a 1966 Triumph TR4A in White with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1966 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 35,584 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 HOB 999D, 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 60 years old, this Triumph TR4A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HOB 999D?

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What year was HOB 999D registered?

HOB 999D is a 1966 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 19 July 1966.

Is HOB 999D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOB 999D shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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