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JLF 433V

1979 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,094 mi
Last recorded23,094 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLF 433V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2019 23,094 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 22,083 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,450 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 20,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 20,302 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 19,949 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 18,729 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,153 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,708 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 14,645 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 13,812 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 13,272 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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JLF 433V is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JLF 433V, 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 JLF 433V registered?

JLF 433V is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is JLF 433V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLF 433V shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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