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ELA 141J

1970 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,389 mi
Last recorded48,389 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELA 141J
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 May 2012 48,389 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 47,145 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 44,876 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 40,248 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 38,154 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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ELA 141J is a 1970 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELA 141J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELA 141J?

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What year was ELA 141J registered?

ELA 141J is a 1970 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1970.

Is ELA 141J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELA 141J shows 5 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 ELA 141J have outstanding finance?

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