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CHU 420C

1965 Triumph TR4A

White Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,110 mi
Last recorded18,110 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHU 420C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,110 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 18,110 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 17,573 miles

Nearside Rear slight bind on n/s/r brake

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,440 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 17,182 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside door outer release buttonb stiff to operate

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 16,696 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 15,957 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,361 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,568 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,720 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 13,384 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 12,362 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,297 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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CHU 420C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in White with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1965 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,967 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 CHU 420C, 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 61 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 CHU 420C?

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What year was CHU 420C registered?

CHU 420C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 6 April 1965.

Is CHU 420C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHU 420C shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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