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RRX 968F

1968 Triumph TR5

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

98,036 mi
Last recorded98,036 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRX 968F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 98,036 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 98,001 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 97,960 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 97,671 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 97,561 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 97,526 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 97,477 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 97,477 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 97,433 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 97,375 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 97,324 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 97,320 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 97,211 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 97,160 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 97,160 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 97,124 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 97,124 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 May 2011 97,049 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake pedal rubber worn

gearbox damp with oil

washers weak

Pass 7 Jun 2010 96,984 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 96,848 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 96,712 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 96,712 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 96,592 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 96,461 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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RRX 968F is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RRX 968F, 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 RRX 968F?

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What year was RRX 968F registered?

RRX 968F is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 2 July 1968.

Is RRX 968F safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRX 968F shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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