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MEF 866W

1981 Triumph T140E

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,017 mi
Last recorded30,017 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph T140E29,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEF 866W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 30,017 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 30,240 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,236 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 30,020 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 30,110 miles

Slight play in swingarm pivot

Fail 28 Mar 2014 30,101 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 30,035 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 29,993 miles

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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MEF 866W is a 1981 Triumph T140E in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 29,993 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 MEF 866W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEF 866W registered?

MEF 866W is a 1981 Triumph T140E, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is MEF 866W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEF 866W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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