MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,373 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Triumph T140?
Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BDF 42T is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 1978 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 19,304 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 BDF 42T, 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 48 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 BDF 42T?
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What year was BDF 42T registered?
BDF 42T is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 14 August 1978.
Is BDF 42T safe to buy?
The MOT history for BDF 42T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BDF 42T have outstanding finance?
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