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BRV 699W

1980 Triumph T140E

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,970 mi
Last recorded4,970 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1980 Triumph T140E15,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRV 699W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140E
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 4,970 miles

Drive chain badly worn

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre perished

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 4,968 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 4,968 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 4,844 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 4,844 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2007 2,743 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 2,188 miles

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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BRV 699W is a 1980 Triumph T140E in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140E models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,312 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 BRV 699W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph T140E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BRV 699W registered?

BRV 699W is a 1980 Triumph T140E, first registered on 19 August 1980.

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The MOT history for BRV 699W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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