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237 FHA

1979 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,367 mi
Last recorded27,367 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration237 FHA
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2017 27,367 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 27,339 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 26,440 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,867 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 25,048 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 24,345 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 23,423 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 22,541 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 21,555 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T140?

Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
249
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 20
Direction indicator not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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237 FHA is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,661 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T140 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 237 FHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 237 FHA registered?

237 FHA is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is 237 FHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 237 FHA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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