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FGV 311L

1973 Triumph T140V

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,535 mi
Last recorded6,535 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
Typical for 1973 Triumph T140V13,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGV 311L
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2008 6,535 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2007 5,994 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 5,994 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 4,460 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T140V?

Based on 2,080 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
245
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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FGV 311L is a 1973 Triumph T140V in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T140V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 13,037 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 T140V fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGV 311L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140V typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph T140V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGV 311L registered?

FGV 311L is a 1973 Triumph T140V, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is FGV 311L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGV 311L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGV 311L have outstanding finance?

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