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YJC 196W

1980 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,376 mi
Last recorded34,376 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJC 196W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,376 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 34,366 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 34,350 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 34,327 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 19 Nov 2014 34,195 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 33,285 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 3,308 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,998 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 32,612 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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YJC 196W is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,170 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 YJC 196W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJC 196W registered?

YJC 196W is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 22 December 1980.

Is YJC 196W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJC 196W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJC 196W have outstanding finance?

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