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596 BSM

1962 Triumph 5TA

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,361 mi
Last recorded98,361 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1962 Triumph 5TA13,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration596 BSM
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1962
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 98,361 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jun 2016 98,199 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 98,025 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 97,872 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 97,693 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 97,977 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 97,314 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 97,140 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 97,140 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 May 2009 96,926 miles

engine has a major oil leak which may result in oil contaminating the rear tyre

Pass 8 May 2008 96,431 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 96,121 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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596 BSM is a 1962 Triumph 5TA in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1962 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 13,250 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 5TA fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 596 BSM, 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 64 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 596 BSM registered?

596 BSM is a 1962 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 15 September 1962.

Is 596 BSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 596 BSM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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