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FDT 800V

1980 Triumph T140

Grey Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDT 800V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2011
Fail 17 Aug 2011

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2010
Pass 31 Jul 2008 10,600 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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FDT 800V is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Grey with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FDT 800V, 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 FDT 800V registered?

FDT 800V is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 3 April 1980.

Is FDT 800V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDT 800V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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