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PMC 74D

1980 Triumph TR4A

Green Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,434 mi
Last recorded10,434 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph TR4A10,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMC 74D
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 10,434 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 10,332 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe to centre section joint. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 10,263 miles

engine oil leak.

Pass 25 Jul 2022 10,199 miles

Headlamp main beam warning light no seen to be working

Offside Wing repeater not working

Pass 17 May 2021 10,137 miles

engine oil leak.

Pass 14 Jul 2020 10,090 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive And central,rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 10,080 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive And central (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 10,030 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 10,030 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Doorstep/sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,958 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 9,784 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 9,733 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,676 miles

both track rod balljoint rubbers perished

n/s washer jet partially blocked

Pass 10 Jul 2013 9,621 miles

fitted bulb to n/s no: plate lamp

Pass 26 Jul 2012 9,583 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 9,499 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 9,478 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 9,258 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,258 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 9,068 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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PMC 74D is a 1980 Triumph TR4A in Green with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 10,434 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 PMC 74D, 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 46 years old, this Triumph TR4A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PMC 74D registered?

PMC 74D is a 1980 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 1 January 1980.

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