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ABW 237L

1992 Triumph T140

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,304 mi
Last recorded24,304 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2010
Typical for 1992 Triumph T14017,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 237L
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2010 24,304 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2009 23,336 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 23,321 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

rear suspension pivot has minimal nut cover on pivot

Pass 22 Jan 2008 22,876 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2006 22,144 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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ABW 237L is a 1992 Triumph T140 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 17,064 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 ABW 237L, 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 34 years old, this Triumph T140 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of ABW 237L?

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What year was ABW 237L registered?

ABW 237L is a 1992 Triumph T140, first registered on 1 October 1992.

Is ABW 237L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 237L 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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