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MPG 990D

1983 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,158 mi
Last recorded90,158 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 1983 Triumph TR4A80,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPG 990D
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 90,158 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 May 2017 89,912 miles

play in offside track rod end and gaiter shrinking

washers becoming poor

Pass 2 Jun 2016 89,904 miles

Offside Front Upper wishbone bushes perished cracking

play in nearside steering rack and slight in nearside track rod end

Fail 29 May 2015 89,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

play in offside and nearside front track rod end

Pass 29 May 2015 89,888 miles

play in offside and nearside front track rod end

Pass 6 Jun 2014 89,857 miles

play in offside and nearside steering rack

play in offside track rod end

Pass 23 May 2013 89,832 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside washer jet blocked

offside and nearside front wishbone bushes perished

steering rack gaiters perished

Pass 25 May 2012 89,751 miles

borderline play in offside and nearside steering rack

offside and nearside steering rack gaiters perisched

offside and nearside upper wishbone bushes perished cracked

Pass 18 May 2011 89,627 miles

steering rack gaiters perished cracked

Pass 28 May 2010 89,425 miles

ofside washer jet part blocked

play detected at steering wheel to road wheels

play in offside nearside steering rack

steering rack gaiters perished

Pass 22 May 2009 88,853 miles

offside washer jet part blocked

play detected at steering wheel to roadwheels

play in offside nearside steering rack

Pass 30 May 2008 88,259 miles

borderline play in off side nearside steering rack

oil leaks from engine and gearbox

Pass 24 May 2007 88,061 miles

play in off side & near side steering rack

various oil leaks to engine & transmission

Pass 1 Jun 2006 87,292 miles

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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MPG 990D is a 1983 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1983 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 80,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MPG 990D, 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 43 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 MPG 990D registered?

MPG 990D is a 1983 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is MPG 990D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPG 990D shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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