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MRD 282F

1968 Triumph TR5

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,496 mi
Last recorded62,496 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 282F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 62,496 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 60,344 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 59,655 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 59,325 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 58,931 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 58,278 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 57,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 56,719 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 56,183 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 55,110 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 54,064 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 53,127 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 53,127 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 51,755 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 50,668 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2010 50,668 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2009 49,545 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2008 49,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 47,896 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2007 47,731 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2006 47,124 miles

Oil leak

slight corrosion around battery base

steering rack has slight movement in rubber mounting bushs

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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MRD 282F is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MRD 282F, 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 MRD 282F?

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What year was MRD 282F registered?

MRD 282F is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 24 April 1968.

Is MRD 282F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 282F shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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