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UTB 79D

1966 Triumph 5TA

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,339 mi
Last recorded38,339 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1966 Triumph 5TA10,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTB 79D
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1966
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,339 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 37,144 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 35,886 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 34,635 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 33,267 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 31,798 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 31,021 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 5,182 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,090 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 28,009 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 27,927 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 27,823 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,651 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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UTB 79D is a 1966 Triumph 5TA in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.9% with a typical mileage of 10,706 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 UTB 79D, 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 60 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 UTB 79D?

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What year was UTB 79D registered?

UTB 79D is a 1966 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 2 March 1966.

Is UTB 79D safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTB 79D shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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