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VWG 531S

1978 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,937 mi
Last recorded29,937 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph T14019,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWG 531S
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2017 29,937 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,862 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 29,686 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 29,646 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 28,795 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 28,788 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 28,770 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 28,762 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 28,748 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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VWG 531S is a 1978 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 750cc 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 VWG 531S, 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 VWG 531S registered?

VWG 531S is a 1978 Triumph T140, first registered on 11 July 1978.

Is VWG 531S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWG 531S 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 VWG 531S have outstanding finance?

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