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2008 Triumph TR5

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

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Vehicle Details

Registration250 XUM
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017
Pass 25 Jan 2017 7,712 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 7,696 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 7,696 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 7,693 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 7,693 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

no lights fitted at time of test, for daytime use only.

Pass 24 Jun 2009 7,691 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 7,690 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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250 XUM is a 2008 Triumph TR5 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 250 XUM, 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 18 years old, this Triumph TR5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 250 XUM registered?

250 XUM is a 2008 Triumph TR5, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is 250 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 250 XUM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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