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OLF 832E

1978 Triumph TR4A

Red Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,790 mi
Last recorded6,790 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR4A53,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLF 832E
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 6,790 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 6,781 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 6,615 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 6,615 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 6,419 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 6,419 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,665 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 5,665 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 4,793 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 3,940 miles

n/s/front slightplay wheelbearing

o/s/r slightplay wheelbearing

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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OLF 832E is a 1978 Triumph TR4A in Red with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 OLF 832E, 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

How do I check the history of OLF 832E?

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What year was OLF 832E registered?

OLF 832E is a 1978 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is OLF 832E safe to buy?

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