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ABN 299V

1979 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,128 mi
Last recorded24,128 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABN 299V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 24,128 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 24,081 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 24,081 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 24,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 23,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 23,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 May 2011 23,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Apr 2011 23,015 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2009 22,435 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,087 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 22,087 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 21,656 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 21,656 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 21,383 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2006 21,383 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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ABN 299V is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ABN 299V, 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 ABN 299V registered?

ABN 299V is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 13 November 1979.

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