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LGS 588V

1980 Triumph T140E

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,429 mi
Last recorded42,429 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph T140E15,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGS 588V
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 42,429 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 39,186 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 37,219 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 35,195 miles

Offside Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 33,184 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear disc glazed,performance should be better.

Pass 6 Jun 2015 30,736 miles

front tyre perishing in tread

Pass 30 May 2014 28,984 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 26,537 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 24,397 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 21,449 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 17,750 miles

rear brake pedal worn at pivot point

rear sprocket well worn

Fail 26 Jul 2008 13,365 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 13,365 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 9,486 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2006 7,048 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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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LGS 588V is a 1980 Triumph T140E in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,312 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LGS 588V, 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 46 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LGS 588V registered?

LGS 588V is a 1980 Triumph T140E, first registered on 29 January 1980.

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