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AMK 520T

1979 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,296 mi
Last recorded40,296 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMK 520T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,296 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 40,042 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 39,785 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 38,538 miles

Higher rear brake effort normally obtainable

Pass 18 Jun 2016 38,194 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 37,668 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,628 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 35,491 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 35,491 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 34,685 miles

visable cracking on front tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2011 34,287 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2010 34,275 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 33,513 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 32,253 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2007 31,287 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Aug 2007 31,287 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2006 29,713 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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AMK 520T is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AMK 520T, 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 AMK 520T registered?

AMK 520T is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is AMK 520T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMK 520T shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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