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EKG 435L

1973 Triumph T140

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,826 mi
Last recorded44,826 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph T14016,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKG 435L
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 44,826 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 43,853 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 43,853 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 43,992 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 42,261 miles

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

stand bracket snapped

Fail 3 May 2013 42,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

stand bracket snapped

Pass 18 May 2012 41,835 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 41,314 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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EKG 435L is a 1973 Triumph T140 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,578 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 EKG 435L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EKG 435L registered?

EKG 435L is a 1973 Triumph T140, first registered on 9 July 1973.

Is EKG 435L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKG 435L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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