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ARV 720V

1980 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,923 mi
Last recorded26,923 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARV 720V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 26,923 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired Poor wireing at steering head and headlamp (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Tyres are aged.

Pass 22 Sep 2016 26,888 miles

Damaged wireing at steering head offside

Tyres aged

Fail 19 Sep 2016 26,887 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Damaged wireing at steering head offside

Tyres aged

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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ARV 720V is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,170 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 ARV 720V, 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 46 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ARV 720V?

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What year was ARV 720V registered?

ARV 720V is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 29 May 1980.

Is ARV 720V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARV 720V 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 ARV 720V have outstanding finance?

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