MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,315 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear L/H engine mount loose
Traces of oil around front forks
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
How Reliable is the Triumph T140?
Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ALG 169W is a 1981 Triumph T140 in Maroon with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1981 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 14,957 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 ALG 169W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ALG 169W registered?
ALG 169W is a 1981 Triumph T140, first registered on 26 March 1981.
Is ALG 169W safe to buy?
The MOT history for ALG 169W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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