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TKD 185

1955 Triumph 5T

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,447 mi
Last recorded6,447 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKD 185
MakeTriumph
Model5T
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,447 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 6,268 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 6,183 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 6,118 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 6,118 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Triumph 5T?

Based on 389 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
180
Miles/Year
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Brake lever insecure 1
Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied 1
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
Headlamp aim too high 1
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TKD 185 is a 1955 Triumph 5T in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Triumph 5T fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TKD 185, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TKD 185?

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What year was TKD 185 registered?

TKD 185 is a 1955 Triumph 5T, first registered on 3 August 1955.

Is TKD 185 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKD 185 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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