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FKL 745V

1979 Triumph T140

Yellow Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,916 mi
Last recorded10,916 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKL 745V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 May 2012 10,916 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 10,751 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 10,606 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 9,344 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 9,149 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,358 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 8,074 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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FKL 745V is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Yellow with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FKL 745V, 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

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What year was FKL 745V registered?

FKL 745V is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is FKL 745V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKL 745V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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