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CBD 865T

1978 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,540 mi
Last recorded36,540 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph T14019,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBD 865T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 36,540 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 36,540 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 36,465 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 36,363 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 36,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Nov 2014 36,286 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 36,286 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 36,268 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 35,793 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 34,619 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 33,945 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,600 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 33,115 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 32,267 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 31,234 miles

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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CBD 865T is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CBD 865T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CBD 865T registered?

CBD 865T is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 16 August 1978.

Is CBD 865T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBD 865T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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