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KLN 743V

1980 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,835 mi
Last recorded39,835 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLN 743V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 39,835 miles

handle bar mounts worn

rear tyre slightly perished

seat does not latch but is secure

Pass 1 Aug 2016 39,714 miles

seat does not latch but is secure

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

clutch cable slightly damaged

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Mar 2014 39,393 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 39,389 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 39,384 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 39,271 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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KLN 743V is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,170 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 KLN 743V, 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 46 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 KLN 743V registered?

KLN 743V is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 11 January 1980.

Is KLN 743V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLN 743V shows 6 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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