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FUT 845C

1987 Triumph 5TA

Silver Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,389 mi
Last recorded46,389 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUT 845C
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 46,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 46,318 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,988 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 45,591 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 44,468 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 430,208 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 42,523 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 41,337 miles

Rear Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2006 41,337 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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FUT 845C is a 1987 Triumph 5TA in Silver with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FUT 845C, 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 39 years old, this Triumph 5TA is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FUT 845C?

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What year was FUT 845C registered?

FUT 845C is a 1987 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 24 April 1987.

Is FUT 845C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUT 845C shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FUT 845C have outstanding finance?

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