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SUT 988

1997 Triumph 5TA

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

461 mi
Last recorded461 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUT 988
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 461 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 461 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 318 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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SUT 988 is a 1997 Triumph 5TA in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SUT 988, 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 29 years old, this Triumph 5TA is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SUT 988 registered?

SUT 988 is a 1997 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 4 October 1997.

Is SUT 988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUT 988 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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