CarVerify

Free Car Check

YSY 462

1997 Triumph TR4

Red Petrol 2000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,864 mi
Last recorded30,864 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph TR430,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 462
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 30,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 30,781 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 30,650 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 30,618 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 30,527 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 30,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 30,357 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,253 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 30,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2009 30,068 miles

Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 3 Nov 2009 30,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 7 Dec 2007 29,856 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Dec 2007 29,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake drum insecure (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 29,710 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 29,710 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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
Full Triumph TR4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YSY 462 is a 1997 Triumph TR4 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YSY 462, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSY 462?

You can check the full history of YSY 462 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YSY 462 registered?

YSY 462 is a 1997 Triumph TR4, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is YSY 462 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 462 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.

Does YSY 462 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YSY 462. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.