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MRC 905P

1976 Triumph T140

White Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,086 mi
Last recorded24,086 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRC 905P
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 24,086 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 24,078 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 24,006 miles

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 24,006 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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MRC 905P is a 1976 Triumph T140 in White with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MRC 905P, 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

How do I check the history of MRC 905P?

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What year was MRC 905P registered?

MRC 905P is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 6 February 1976.

Is MRC 905P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRC 905P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRC 905P have outstanding finance?

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