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237 FAF

1959 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1959 Triumph 5TA7,774 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration237 FAF
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2010

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2009

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2006

How Reliable is the Triumph 5TA?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
128
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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237 FAF is a 1959 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 7,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 5TA fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 237 FAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 5TA typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 237 FAF?

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What year was 237 FAF registered?

237 FAF is a 1959 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 9 September 1959.

Is 237 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 237 FAF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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