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PRE 792F

1993 Triumph TR5

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,048 mi
Last recorded65,048 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRE 792F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 65,048 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 60,948 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 59,439 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Aug 2020 58,237 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 56,946 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 53,937 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 52,376 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 50,818 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 50,177 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 50,165 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 48,763 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 48,737 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 46,768 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 45,241 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 44,179 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 41,435 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 39,212 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 36,442 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 33,651 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 31,818 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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PRE 792F is a 1993 Triumph TR5 in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PRE 792F, 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 33 years old, this Triumph TR5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRE 792F registered?

PRE 792F is a 1993 Triumph TR5, first registered on 18 May 1993.

Is PRE 792F safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRE 792F shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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