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KTP 550P

1976 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,757 mi
Last recorded1,757 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTP 550P
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 1,757 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 30,449 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 30,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 29,535 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,998 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2013 27,626 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 27,625 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 3 May 2008 26,118 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 23,468 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Mar 2007 23,461 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Upper Fork yoke cracked (2.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 21,890 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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KTP 550P is a 1976 Triumph T140 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1976 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 19,978 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 KTP 550P, 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 50 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KTP 550P registered?

KTP 550P is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 15 June 1976.

Is KTP 550P safe to buy?

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