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GBM 353T

1979 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

22,779 mi
Last recorded22,779 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBM 353T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2013 22,779 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 22,779 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 22,754 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 22,702 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,642 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 22,642 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 22,600 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 22,600 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2008 22,439 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,229 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 21,877 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 21,219 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 21,219 miles

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

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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GBM 353T is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GBM 353T, 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

How do I check the history of GBM 353T?

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What year was GBM 353T registered?

GBM 353T is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is GBM 353T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBM 353T shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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