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PGV 181E

2005 Triumph TR4A

Blue Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

30,171 mi
Last recorded30,171 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGV 181E
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 30,171 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight coolant leak bottom hose

Pass 23 Oct 2024 30,171 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 30,171 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 30,171 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 30,171 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 30,171 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 30,269 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 30,169 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 30,162 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 28,396 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 26,609 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 24,554 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,648 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 18,511 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 15,805 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 12,923 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 11,168 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 11,168 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 9,145 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 6,646 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 4,422 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 1,922 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 1,922 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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PGV 181E is a 2005 Triumph TR4A in Blue with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 PGV 181E, 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 21 years old, this Triumph TR4A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGV 181E registered?

PGV 181E is a 2005 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is PGV 181E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGV 181E shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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