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XEO 512T

1979 Triumph T140

Bronze Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,740 mi
Last recorded19,740 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1979 Triumph T14018,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEO 512T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 19,740 miles

advise front and rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 18 Sep 2012 18,129 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,057 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,042 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 18,042 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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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XEO 512T is a 1979 Triumph T140 in Bronze with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,661 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 XEO 512T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEO 512T?

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What year was XEO 512T registered?

XEO 512T is a 1979 Triumph T140, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is XEO 512T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEO 512T 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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