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XSJ 657

1959 Triumph 5TA

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,198 mi
Last recorded22,198 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 1959 Triumph 5TA7,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSJ 657
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 May 2012 22,198 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 22,022 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 21,867 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 21,583 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,238 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2007 21,008 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 20,720 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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XSJ 657 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph 5TA models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 7,774 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 XSJ 657, 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 67 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 XSJ 657?

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What year was XSJ 657 registered?

XSJ 657 is a 1959 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is XSJ 657 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSJ 657 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSJ 657 have outstanding finance?

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