Triumph T110 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Triumph T110 car check
Is the Triumph T110 reliable? We analysed 1,881 real MOT tests across 391 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph T110 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph T110.
Triumph T110 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph T110. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph T110 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph T110 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph T110 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph T110 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph T110 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph T110 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph T110 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph T110 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 75 | 93.3% | 1,830 | 10,279 | 26,930 |
| 1961 | 133 | 92.5% | 15,144 | 31,206 | 46,463 |
| 1960 | 218 | 92.7% | 2,188 | 5,282 | 24,135 |
| 1959 | 168 | 96.4% | 2,828 | 12,291 | 39,241 |
| 1958 | 187 | 90.4% | 3,068 | 8,950 | 40,688 |
| 1957 | 70 | 90.0% | 413 | 9,457 | 49,970 |
| 1956 | 134 | 94.0% | 2,276 | 5,222 | 20,578 |
| 1955 | 206 | 95.1% | 3,045 | 11,834 | 44,772 |
| 1954 | 125 | 93.6% | 2,122 | 12,422 | 35,594 |
How Long Does a Triumph T110 Last?
Based on 391 Triumph T110 vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph T110 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph T110 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph T110
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.4% MOT pass rate from 168 tests
90.0% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph T110 is 1959, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.4% across 168 tests. The 1957 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph T110 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph T110 THIS CAR | 93.4% | 1,881 | 10,985 mi | 72 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S | 89.8% | 599 | 72,822 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph T110 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Triumph T110Should you buy a used Triumph T110?
The Triumph T110 has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.4% across 1,881 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Triumph T110 are headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (7 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (7), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Triumph T110 owner drives around 196 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph T110 models stay on UK roads for around 72 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.