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GUG 505Y

1983 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,866 mi
Last recorded6,866 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUG 505Y
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 6,866 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 6,734 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 6,700 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 6,671 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Jul 2009 6,671 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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GUG 505Y is a 1983 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GUG 505Y, 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 43 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GUG 505Y registered?

GUG 505Y is a 1983 Triumph T140, first registered on 14 March 1983.

Is GUG 505Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUG 505Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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