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AJU 79A

1960 Triumph 5TA

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,690 mi
Last recorded6,690 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1960 Triumph 5TA12,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJU 79A
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2008 6,690 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 4,793 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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AJU 79A is a 1960 Triumph 5TA in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 12,671 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 AJU 79A, 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 66 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 AJU 79A?

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What year was AJU 79A registered?

AJU 79A is a 1960 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 30 December 1960.

Is AJU 79A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJU 79A shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJU 79A have outstanding finance?

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