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YTH 389N

1974 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,716 mi
Last recorded28,716 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTH 389N
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 28,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,160 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,689 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,296 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,710 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 25,063 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 22,848 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2008 22,609 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 18,868 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 18,868 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,324 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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YTH 389N is a 1974 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YTH 389N, 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 52 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 YTH 389N registered?

YTH 389N is a 1974 Triumph T140, first registered on 15 August 1974.

Is YTH 389N safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTH 389N shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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