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XGT 878G

1969 Triumph TR5

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,685 mi
Last recorded35,685 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1969 Triumph TR526,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGT 878G
MakeTriumph
ModelTR5
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 35,685 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 35,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 35,257 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 35,086 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 34,996 miles

Coolant leak bottom hose ()

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,656 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 34,656 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 34,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip area B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 34,023 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 33,502 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 33,466 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt all (2.4.G.4c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 33,376 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 33,168 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 33,110 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 33,110 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

movement on rear nearside hub needs to be checked.

rear axle mounting rubbers badly worn.

Pass 3 Apr 2014 31,445 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 30,048 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,810 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 28,810 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 26,124 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 23,906 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,623 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 21,617 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 18,629 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 16,034 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 14,156 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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XGT 878G is a 1969 Triumph TR5 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1969 Triumph TR5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 26,187 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XGT 878G, 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 57 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 XGT 878G?

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What year was XGT 878G registered?

XGT 878G is a 1969 Triumph TR5, first registered on 14 January 1969.

Is XGT 878G safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGT 878G shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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