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Triumph TR4

Red · Petrol · 1963 · 2,138 cc

289 BWCMOT history

289 BWC is a red petrol Triumph TR4 first used on 1 Aug 1963. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 30,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
30,736 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
289 BWC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Triumph
Model
TR4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,138 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
1 Aug 1963
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

289 BWC was last recorded at 30,736 miles on 22 May 2026, 588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,148 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
588 miles
Average per year
505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,736 miles
  • 2025 – 30,148 miles
  • 2024 – 29,032 miles
  • 2023 – 27,861 miles
  • 2022 – 26,920 miles
  • 2021 – 26,033 miles
  • 2020 – 24,431 miles
  • 2019 – 23,042 miles
  • 2018 – 22,737 miles
  • 2017 – 22,357 miles
  • 2016 – 22,060 miles
  • 2015 – 21,794 miles
  • 2014 – 21,223 miles
  • 2013 – 21,085 miles
  • 2012 – 21,071 miles
  • 2011 – 21,046 miles
  • 2010 – 21,031 miles
  • 2009 – 20,989 miles
  • 2008 – 20,888 miles
  • 2007 – 20,853 miles
  • 2006 – 20,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,736 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    30,736 miles
    Test number
    424756621580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail30,735 miles (+587)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,735 miles
    Test number
    843252341932
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass30,148 miles (+601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    30,148 miles
    Test number
    665201200150
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass29,547 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    29,547 miles
    Test number
    915529159679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass29,032 miles (+1,171)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    29,032 miles
    Test number
    792384135743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,861 miles (+941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    27,861 miles
    Test number
    804727821407
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass26,920 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    26,920 miles
    Test number
    928980682983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,033 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    26,033 miles
    Test number
    426105277024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,431 miles (+1,389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    24,431 miles
    Test number
    575218989077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass23,042 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    23,042 miles
    Test number
    540055320532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    22,737 miles
    Test number
    545803654132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail22,737 miles (+380)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,737 miles
    Test number
    149597530429
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass22,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    22,357 miles
    Test number
    981627651050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail22,357 miles (+297)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,357 miles
    Test number
    891684687315
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass22,060 miles (+266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,060 miles
    Test number
    132329177074
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass21,794 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    21,794 miles
    Test number
    987271474159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,223 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,223 miles
    Test number
    206041344220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,085 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    21,085 miles
    Test number
    425711493259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,081 miles (+10)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,081 miles
    Test number
    555730693267
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteIndicator tell tale light dim

  20. Pass21,071 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    21,071 miles
    Test number
    738268072229
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass21,046 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    21,046 miles
    Test number
    855858781274
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass21,031 miles (+42)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,031 miles
    Test number
    720763690208
    • NoteWindscreen cracked outside of swept area

  23. Pass20,989 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,989 miles
    Test number
    291220589217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,970 miles (+82)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    412255679216
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass20,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    20,888 miles
    Test number
    422387278234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,888 miles (+35)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,888 miles
    Test number
    511403378220
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  27. Pass20,853 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,853 miles
    Test number
    712557627226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,729 miles
    Test number
    233826906252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 289 BWC

What vehicle is registration 289 BWC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 289 BWC on a red petrol Triumph TR4 first used on 1 Aug 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 289 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 289 BWC is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 289 BWC?
The MOT on 289 BWC is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 289 BWC done?
289 BWC was recorded at 30,736 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 505 miles a year.
Has 289 BWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 289 BWC has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 289 BWC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 289 BWC find?
289 BWC passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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