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UYC 889W

1981 Triumph T140E

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,206 mi
Last recorded47,206 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph T140E29,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYC 889W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 47,206 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 47,091 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 46,906 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 46,814 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 19 Feb 2016 46,814 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2010 46,769 miles

throttle hangs up slightly on rh lock(lack of free play). grease from headraces spreading to forks. rear brake pad retaining pins starting to wear.

Pass 7 May 2009 46,605 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 46,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 46,491 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T140E?

Based on 872 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
204
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake 3
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UYC 889W is a 1981 Triumph T140E in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 29,993 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 T140E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UYC 889W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UYC 889W registered?

UYC 889W is a 1981 Triumph T140E, first registered on 20 February 1981.

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The MOT history for UYC 889W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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