MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
681 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Triumph T140?
Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FYT 277V is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 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 FYT 277V, 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.
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What year was FYT 277V registered?
FYT 277V is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 31 December 1979.
Is FYT 277V safe to buy?
The MOT history for FYT 277V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FYT 277V have outstanding finance?
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