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BRE 513T

1978 Triumph T140V

Green Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,223 mi
Last recorded1,223 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph T140V18,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRE 513T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 1,223 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 553 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 461 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 461 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 224 miles

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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BRE 513T is a 1978 Triumph T140V in Green with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BRE 513T, 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.

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How do I check the history of BRE 513T?

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What year was BRE 513T registered?

BRE 513T is a 1978 Triumph T140V, first registered on 23 August 1978.

Is BRE 513T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRE 513T 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.

Does BRE 513T have outstanding finance?

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