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PGP 531P

1976 Triumph T140V

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,589 mi
Last recorded16,589 miles
Recorded on13 May 2009
Typical for 1976 Triumph T140V18,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGP 531P
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2009 16,589 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 15,292 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Oct 2007 15,292 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 15,219 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 14,688 miles

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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PGP 531P is a 1976 Triumph T140V in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Triumph T140V models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 18,328 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 PGP 531P, 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 50 years old, this Triumph T140V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PGP 531P registered?

PGP 531P is a 1976 Triumph T140V, first registered on 2 July 1976.

Is PGP 531P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGP 531P 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.

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