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ALU 288H

1968 Triumph TR5

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,882 mi
Last recorded39,882 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALU 288H
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2024 39,882 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,138 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 32,379 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,963 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,197 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 25,657 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,851 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 23,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 21,541 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,682 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 18,034 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR5?

Based on 6,838 MOT tests across 716 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 82
Horn not working 80
Stop lamp not working 78
brake binding 63
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ALU 288H is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Triumph TR5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,892 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR5 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALU 288H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR5 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 58 years old, this Triumph TR5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ALU 288H?

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What year was ALU 288H registered?

ALU 288H is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 1 May 1968.

Is ALU 288H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALU 288H shows 11 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 ALU 288H have outstanding finance?

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