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RCN 790

1964 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,968 mi
Last recorded4,968 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 1964 Triumph 5TA4,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCN 790
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2012 4,968 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2011 4,286 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 50,678 miles

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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RCN 790 is a 1964 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 4,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RCN 790, 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 62 years old, this Triumph 5TA is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RCN 790?

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What year was RCN 790 registered?

RCN 790 is a 1964 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 28 April 1964.

Is RCN 790 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCN 790 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCN 790 have outstanding finance?

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