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FNC 221T

1979 Triumph T140E

Green Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,894 mi
Last recorded3,894 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph T140E21,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNC 221T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 3,894 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 3,894 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 3,187 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 1,920 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 1,896 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 1,859 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

front brake pads not in full contact with disc

Fail 7 Aug 2014 1,687 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

HEADLAMP TEMPORARILY MASKED TO CORRECT AIM, FRONT TYRE BADLY PERISHED

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 1,687 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

HEADLAMP TEMPORARILY MASKED TO CORRECT AIM, FRONT TYRE BADLY PERISHED

How Reliable is the Triumph T140E?

Based on 872 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
204
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake 3
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FNC 221T is a 1979 Triumph T140E in Green with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 21,016 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 T140E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNC 221T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FNC 221T registered?

FNC 221T is a 1979 Triumph T140E, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is FNC 221T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNC 221T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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