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JKX 637V

1979 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKX 637V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 6 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 22,814 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 21,575 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 19,677 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 18,485 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,223 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 17,223 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

front brake hose swelling

Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,961 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 15,356 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,340 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 15,301 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 15,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 15,204 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 15,057 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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JKX 637V is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JKX 637V, 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

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What year was JKX 637V registered?

JKX 637V is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 4 September 1979.

Is JKX 637V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKX 637V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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