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SAA 586P

1976 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,250 mi
Last recorded36,250 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph T14019,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAA 586P
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 36,250 miles

Central Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Central Fuel carburettor link pipe slightly deteriorated

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 35,211 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 34,535 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 33,808 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,272 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2013 32,663 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 30,592 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 30,573 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 28,597 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 27,270 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 26,662 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 26,662 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

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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SAA 586P is a 1976 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SAA 586P, 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.

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What year was SAA 586P registered?

SAA 586P is a 1976 Triumph T140, first registered on 5 April 1976.

Is SAA 586P safe to buy?

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