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LSJ 321

1959 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2007
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

48,046 mi
Last recorded48,046 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2006
Typical for 1959 Triumph 5TA7,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSJ 321
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2006 48,046 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 48,046 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2006 48,046 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2005 48,011 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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LSJ 321 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1959 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 7,774 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 LSJ 321, 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 67 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LSJ 321 registered?

LSJ 321 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 30 May 1959.

Is LSJ 321 safe to buy?

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