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LRW 971F

1978 Triumph TR5

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,267 mi
Last recorded39,267 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRW 971F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 39,267 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 39,255 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 39,172 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 39,151 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 39,088 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2012 39,037 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,821 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 31 Mar 2011 38,821 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,711 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 38,592 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Fail 11 Mar 2009 38,586 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 10 Mar 2008 37,990 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 37,622 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 36,754 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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LRW 971F is a 1978 Triumph TR5 in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LRW 971F, 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 48 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 LRW 971F?

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What year was LRW 971F registered?

LRW 971F is a 1978 Triumph TR5, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is LRW 971F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRW 971F shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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