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GVS 440

1960 Triumph 5TA

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,648 mi
Last recorded28,648 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1960 Triumph 5TA12,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 440
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1960
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 28,648 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 28,241 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 27,940 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 27,917 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 27,901 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 27,858 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 2,778 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 27,718 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 27,715 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,231 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,231 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 27,148 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 26,952 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 26,738 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,553 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing 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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GVS 440 is a 1960 Triumph 5TA in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1960 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 12,671 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 GVS 440, 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 66 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GVS 440 registered?

GVS 440 is a 1960 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 22 February 1960.

Is GVS 440 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVS 440 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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