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KWA 1

1978 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,825 mi
Last recorded23,825 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR4A53,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWA 1
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 23,825 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 23,736 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 2,373 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 May 2016 23,454 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 23,175 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 22,907 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 22,694 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 22,432 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 22,035 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 21,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,545 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 20,947 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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KWA 1 is a 1978 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 53,529 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 KWA 1, 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 48 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KWA 1 registered?

KWA 1 is a 1978 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is KWA 1 safe to buy?

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