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SYC 49F

1987 Triumph TR5

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

1,887 mi
Last recorded1,887 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYC 49F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 1,887 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 204 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 12,329 miles

Both front brake disc's very rusty.

Both front disc's slightly warped.

Coolant leak

Metal fuel pipe kinked, on N/S/F of chassis.

N/S/F inner sill area damaged and rusty.

Rear axle leaking

Rear brake application slightly uneven.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 24 May 2013 12,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Both front brake disc's very rusty.

Both front disc's slightly warped.

Coolant leak

Metal fuel pipe kinked, on N/S/F of chassis.

N/S/F inner sill area damaged and rusty.

Rear axle leaking

Rear brake application slightly uneven.

Pass 27 Apr 2012 12,327 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 12,327 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 12,172 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 12,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 12,135 miles

n/s front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 3 Nov 2008 12,132 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 11,854 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 11,853 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

n/s front wheel bearing slight play

n/s rear brake back plate damp with fluid

slight play in steering wheel upper bushes

Fail 4 Oct 2007 11,850 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fluid leaking from n/s/r brake drum

fluid leaking fron rear diff

n/s/r handbrake poor

Pass 16 Aug 2006 11,585 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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SYC 49F is a 1987 Triumph TR5 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SYC 49F, 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 39 years old, this Triumph TR5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SYC 49F is a 1987 Triumph TR5, first registered on 13 May 1987.

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