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DHT 501W

1980 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,909 mi
Last recorded16,909 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHT 501W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 16,909 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 16,817 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 16,740 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 16,740 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,671 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,535 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 16,535 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 16,057 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 16,057 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 15,684 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 15,684 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 15,505 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 15,505 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 15,117 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,795 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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DHT 501W is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,170 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 DHT 501W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DHT 501W registered?

DHT 501W is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is DHT 501W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHT 501W shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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