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362 UPB

1961 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,543 mi
Last recorded2,543 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1961 Triumph 5TA5,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration362 UPB
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 2,543 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 1,614 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 823 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 602 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022
Pass 31 Mar 2016

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2015

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Mar 2014 2,094 miles

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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362 UPB is a 1961 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 5,630 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 362 UPB, 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 65 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 362 UPB?

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What year was 362 UPB registered?

362 UPB is a 1961 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 14 April 1961.

Is 362 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 362 UPB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 362 UPB have outstanding finance?

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