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JYA 757D

1966 Triumph 5TA

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,999 mi
Last recorded19,999 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 1966 Triumph 5TA10,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYA 757D
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 19,999 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 19,997 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 19,992 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,980 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 19,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2010 19,893 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 May 2010 19,884 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

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

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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JYA 757D is a 1966 Triumph 5TA in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1966 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.9% with a typical mileage of 10,706 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JYA 757D, 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 60 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYA 757D registered?

JYA 757D is a 1966 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 5 October 1966.

Is JYA 757D safe to buy?

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