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EGF 420T

1979 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,747 mi
Last recorded35,747 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGF 420T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 35,747 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,392 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 35,259 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 35,085 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 34,719 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 34,302 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 33,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 33,334 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 32,614 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 32,015 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 30,602 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 29,607 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 28,876 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 28,101 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,543 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 26,768 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 25,979 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 25,304 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 24,817 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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EGF 420T is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EGF 420T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGF 420T?

You can check the full history of EGF 420T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EGF 420T registered?

EGF 420T is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 12 February 1979.

Is EGF 420T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGF 420T shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGF 420T have outstanding finance?

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