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BRE 642D

1990 Triumph TR4

Blue Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

63,786 mi
Last recorded63,786 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Triumph TR451,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRE 642D
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 63,786 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 60,239 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive lower gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 60,229 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive lower gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 56,164 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 56,163 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 52,183 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,470 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 42,428 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 38,223 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 32,850 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 29,499 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 25,685 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 23,403 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 23,357 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 20,547 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 19,609 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 18,921 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 17,711 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 16,864 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2010 16,862 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 16,847 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,524 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 16,207 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 15,933 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 14,942 miles

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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BRE 642D is a 1990 Triumph TR4 in Blue with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1990 Triumph TR4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 51,874 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 BRE 642D, 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 36 years old, this Triumph TR4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRE 642D registered?

BRE 642D is a 1990 Triumph TR4, first registered on 16 October 1990.

Is BRE 642D safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRE 642D shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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