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ARK 145S

1978 Triumph T140V

Bronze Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,692 mi
Last recorded36,692 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph T140V18,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARK 145S
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 36,692 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 36,233 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Apr 2007 1 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Tyres are in poor condition.

How Reliable is the Triumph T140V?

Based on 2,080 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
245
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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ARK 145S is a 1978 Triumph T140V in Bronze with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph T140V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 18,337 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 T140V fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARK 145S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140V typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph T140V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARK 145S?

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What year was ARK 145S registered?

ARK 145S is a 1978 Triumph T140V, first registered on 22 June 1978.

Is ARK 145S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARK 145S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARK 145S have outstanding finance?

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