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HLR 697N

1975 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,071 mi
Last recorded2,071 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1975 Triumph T14014,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLR 697N
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 2,071 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2015 2,071 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 366 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

number plate crack

Pass 15 Sep 2012 802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 220 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 23,061 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 23,061 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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HLR 697N is a 1975 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1975 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 14,311 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 HLR 697N, 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 51 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 HLR 697N registered?

HLR 697N is a 1975 Triumph T140, first registered on 10 February 1975.

Is HLR 697N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLR 697N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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