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EYC 553T

1978 Triumph T140

Green Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2006
Typical for 1978 Triumph T14019,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYC 553T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2006 17 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 16 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

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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EYC 553T is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Green with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 19,304 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 EYC 553T, 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 48 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 EYC 553T?

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What year was EYC 553T registered?

EYC 553T is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is EYC 553T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYC 553T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYC 553T have outstanding finance?

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