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WXU 885

1959 Triumph 5TA

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,471 mi
Last recorded7,471 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2006
Typical for 1959 Triumph 5TA7,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXU 885
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1959
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,471 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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WXU 885 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 7,774 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 WXU 885, 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 67 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 WXU 885?

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What year was WXU 885 registered?

WXU 885 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 22 April 1959.

Is WXU 885 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WXU 885 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WXU 885 have outstanding finance?

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