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RVT 391F

1968 Triumph TR5

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,896 mi
Last recorded94,896 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVT 391F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 94,896 miles

Cracking in front fuel hose

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Offside and nearside reflectors dim (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 94,670 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front fuel hose cracking

Fail 17 Aug 2016 94,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front fuel hose cracking

Pass 30 Jul 2015 94,363 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f lower suspension swivel worn

oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 93,963 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

speedo illumination dim

wiring under dash and hood is untidy

Pass 11 Aug 2012 93,685 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 93,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 92,953 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 92,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 92,309 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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RVT 391F is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1968 Triumph TR5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,892 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RVT 391F, 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 58 years old, this Triumph TR5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RVT 391F registered?

RVT 391F is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 6 March 1968.

Is RVT 391F safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVT 391F shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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