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Q221NVS

1997 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

826 mi
Last recorded826 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ221NVS
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 826 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 234 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 145 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 1,539 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 1,539 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Q221NVS is a 1997 Triumph T140 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Q221NVS, 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 29 years old, this Triumph T140 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q221NVS registered?

Q221NVS is a 1997 Triumph T140, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is Q221NVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q221NVS 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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