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LER 873G

1968 Triumph TR5

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,102 mi
Last recorded76,102 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLER 873G
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 76,102 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 75,497 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 75,496 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 75,473 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 75,408 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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LER 873G is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LER 873G, 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 LER 873G?

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What year was LER 873G registered?

LER 873G is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 1 August 1968.

Is LER 873G safe to buy?

The MOT history for LER 873G shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LER 873G have outstanding finance?

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