CarVerify

Free Car Check

VWE 5F

1968 Triumph TR5

White Petrol 2498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,418 mi
Last recorded65,418 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1968 Triumph TR536,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWE 5F
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
View full Triumph TR5 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 65,418 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 64,113 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 63,967 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 63,262 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 62,908 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 62,903 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 62,786 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 62,784 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,158 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Jan 2008 42,158 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

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
Full Triumph TR5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VWE 5F is a 1968 Triumph TR5 in White 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 VWE 5F, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VWE 5F?

You can check the full history of VWE 5F by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VWE 5F registered?

VWE 5F is a 1968 Triumph TR5, first registered on 20 July 1968.

Is VWE 5F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWE 5F 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.

Does VWE 5F have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VWE 5F. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.