MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,956 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Triumph T140E?
Based on 872 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CFA 53T is a 1978 Triumph T140E in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1978 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 10,065 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 T140E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CFA 53T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph T140E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was CFA 53T registered?
CFA 53T is a 1978 Triumph T140E, first registered on 1 December 1978.
Is CFA 53T safe to buy?
The MOT history for CFA 53T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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