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NME 384R

1976 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

2,524 mi
Last recorded2,524 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNME 384R
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 2,524 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 2,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 1,701 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 1,271 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

chain fouling on rear tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2022 364 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 6,961 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 6,720 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 4,996 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 4,113 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017
Pass 4 May 2016
Fail 4 May 2016

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 502 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 505 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 337 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 107 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 98 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2009
Fail 2 Apr 2009

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

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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NME 384R is a 1976 Triumph T140 in Black with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 NME 384R, 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 NME 384R registered?

NME 384R is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 17 August 1976.

Is NME 384R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NME 384R shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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