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ETE 512F

1968 Triumph TR5

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

94,595 mi
Last recorded94,595 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETE 512F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 94,595 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 91,595 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 86,633 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 82,001 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 77,141 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 73,981 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 71,066 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 63,999 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 58,415 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 56,002 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 50,562 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,650 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 40,957 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Aug 2012 37,213 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 34,543 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 31,642 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 29,543 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 29,543 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 28,179 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 26,857 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 25,604 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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ETE 512F is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 ETE 512F, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETE 512F?

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What year was ETE 512F registered?

ETE 512F is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 9 May 1968.

Is ETE 512F safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETE 512F shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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