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YAN 506T

1978 Triumph T140E

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,516 mi
Last recorded10,516 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph T140E10,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAN 506T
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 10,516 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 9,982 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,594 miles

slight perrishing on front and rear tyres slight weep from master cylinder cap

Pass 27 Feb 2012 8,753 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 8,753 miles

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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YAN 506T is a 1978 Triumph T140E in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 10,065 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 YAN 506T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of YAN 506T?

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What year was YAN 506T registered?

YAN 506T is a 1978 Triumph T140E, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YAN 506T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAN 506T 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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