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VAX 522S

1978 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,899 mi
Last recorded57,899 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph T14019,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAX 522S
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 May 2015 57,899 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 55,267 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 54,476 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 53,583 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 50,778 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 49,374 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 45,600 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 41,636 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 38,491 miles

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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VAX 522S is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 19,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VAX 522S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAX 522S registered?

VAX 522S is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 24 April 1978.

Is VAX 522S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAX 522S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAX 522S have outstanding finance?

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