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HMB 935T

1978 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,279 mi
Last recorded24,279 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 1978 Triumph T14019,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMB 935T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 24,279 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 19,232 miles

front brake pads wornto 4mm. will req replacement soon

Fail 28 Jan 2014 13,420 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 13,420 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 8,856 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 3,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 3,849 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 46,857 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 38,798 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 34,271 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 34,238 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 28,656 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Dec 2006 24,509 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 19,212 miles

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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HMB 935T is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 19,304 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 HMB 935T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HMB 935T?

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What year was HMB 935T registered?

HMB 935T is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 28 November 1978.

Is HMB 935T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMB 935T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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