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POE 872M

1973 Triumph T140V

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,880 mi
Last recorded6,880 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1973 Triumph T140V13,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOE 872M
MakeTriumph
ModelT140V
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 6,880 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 6,329 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 5,881 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 5,881 miles

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

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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POE 872M is a 1973 Triumph T140V in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T140V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 13,037 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 POE 872M, 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 53 years old, this Triumph T140V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was POE 872M registered?

POE 872M is a 1973 Triumph T140V, first registered on 11 October 1973.

Is POE 872M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POE 872M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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