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CTF 175M

1979 Triumph T140

Maroon Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,340 mi
Last recorded12,340 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTF 175M
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 12,340 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 12,340 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 12,241 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,097 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 12,097 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 11,723 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 11,336 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Dec 2013 11,336 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 10,993 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,924 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 10,792 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 10,481 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 10,356 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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CTF 175M is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Maroon with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,661 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 CTF 175M, 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 47 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CTF 175M registered?

CTF 175M is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is CTF 175M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTF 175M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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