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NOK 749R

1976 Triumph T140

Red Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

29,331 mi
Last recorded29,331 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOK 749R
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2013 29,331 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Both rear lower shock absorber bushes slightly worn

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 28,469 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Security clamp missing rear wheel.

Fail 18 Oct 2011 28,469 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Security clamp missing rear wheel.

Pass 12 Apr 2010 26,942 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 25,380 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 24,793 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,793 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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NOK 749R is a 1976 Triumph T140 in Red with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NOK 749R, 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 NOK 749R registered?

NOK 749R is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 16 September 1976.

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