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CAF 609C

1965 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,019 mi
Last recorded66,019 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1965 Triumph 5TA8,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAF 609C
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2015 66,019 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 65,933 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 65,764 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 63,226 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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CAF 609C is a 1965 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 8,875 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 CAF 609C, 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 61 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 CAF 609C?

You can check the full history of CAF 609C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CAF 609C registered?

CAF 609C is a 1965 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 15 July 1965.

Is CAF 609C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAF 609C shows 4 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 CAF 609C have outstanding finance?

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