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MHA 777

1977 Triumph T140V

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,920 mi
Last recorded29,920 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1977 Triumph T140V13,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHA 777
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 29,920 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 29,905 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls no front brake light operating on lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 29,420 miles

Rear rear tyre close to legal

slight play rear wheel bearing and suspension arm bushes

Pass 20 Nov 2018 29,027 miles

horn sound deteriorated lights on

Pass 2 Jul 2016 28,743 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 28,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 28,316 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 28,316 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 28,308 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

oil leak

smell petrol no leak detected

Pass 27 Jun 2013 27,917 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 27,913 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 27,285 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,035 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,685 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2010 26,685 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

How Reliable is the Triumph T140V?

Based on 2,080 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
245
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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MHA 777 is a 1977 Triumph T140V in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph T140V models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,246 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 T140V fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHA 777, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140V typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph T140V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MHA 777 registered?

MHA 777 is a 1977 Triumph T140V, first registered on 24 November 1977.

Is MHA 777 safe to buy?

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