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AFB 872

1953 Triumph 5T

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,303 mi
Last recorded20,303 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFB 872
MakeTriumph
Model5T
Year1953
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2012 20,303 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 5T?

Based on 389 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
180
Miles/Year
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Brake lever insecure 1
Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied 1
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
Headlamp aim too high 1
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AFB 872 is a 1953 Triumph 5T in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph 5T fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFB 872, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFB 872 registered?

AFB 872 is a 1953 Triumph 5T, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is AFB 872 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFB 872 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFB 872 have outstanding finance?

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