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WYA 977G

1987 Triumph TR5

Cream Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,275 mi
Last recorded42,275 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYA 977G
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 42,275 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 39,909 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 33,941 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,806 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 29,618 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 27,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 24,659 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 22,987 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 22,966 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 22,947 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 22,848 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 22,588 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

chassis and floor has light coving off rust

stearing coloum rubbing on hose

Fail 29 Jun 2012 22,588 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

chassis and floor has light coving off rust

stearing coloum rubbing on hose

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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WYA 977G is a 1987 Triumph TR5 in Cream with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WYA 977G, 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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What year was WYA 977G registered?

WYA 977G is a 1987 Triumph TR5, first registered on 1 November 1987.

Is WYA 977G safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYA 977G shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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