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MFJ 871P

1976 Triumph T140

Red Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,957 mi
Last recorded7,957 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFJ 871P
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2013 7,957 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 7,954 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 7,543 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,426 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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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MFJ 871P is a 1976 Triumph T140 in Red with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MFJ 871P, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MFJ 871P registered?

MFJ 871P is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 9 February 1976.

Is MFJ 871P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFJ 871P shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MFJ 871P have outstanding finance?

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