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GGY 489C

1965 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,172 mi
Last recorded50,172 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGY 489C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 50,172 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 49,528 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 48,051 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 46,997 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 46,988 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, transmission, axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 46,988 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 44,899 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 42,897 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,270 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 41,270 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 19 May 2016 37,199 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 35,731 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 33,375 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 33,375 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2013 29,905 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 29,664 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,120 miles

Oil leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 28,626 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 27,681 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 27,681 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 26,876 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 25,876 miles

nail in off side front tyre

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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GGY 489C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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

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 GGY 489C, 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

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What year was GGY 489C registered?

GGY 489C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 24 August 1965.

Is GGY 489C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGY 489C shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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