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862 LKJ

1960 Triumph 5TA

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,255 mi
Last recorded1,255 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 1960 Triumph 5TA12,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration862 LKJ
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2017 1,255 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 1,042 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 1,034 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 1,011 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 945 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 852 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 729 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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862 LKJ is a 1960 Triumph 5TA in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 12,671 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 862 LKJ, 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 66 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 862 LKJ?

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What year was 862 LKJ registered?

862 LKJ is a 1960 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 28 June 1960.

Is 862 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 862 LKJ shows 7 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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