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JGL 585W

1981 Triumph T140E

Green Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Triumph T140E29,993 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGL 585W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018
Fail 17 Mar 2012 17,987 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 17,987 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Triumph T140E?

Based on 872 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
204
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake 3
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JGL 585W is a 1981 Triumph T140E in Green with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 29,993 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 T140E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JGL 585W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JGL 585W registered?

JGL 585W is a 1981 Triumph T140E, first registered on 19 March 1981.

Is JGL 585W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGL 585W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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