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SYW 399S

1977 Triumph T140

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,134 mi
Last recorded1,134 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph T14014,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYW 399S
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 1,134 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2015 1,049 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 1,021 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 1,021 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 880 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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SYW 399S is a 1977 Triumph T140 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,930 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 SYW 399S, 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 49 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SYW 399S?

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What year was SYW 399S registered?

SYW 399S is a 1977 Triumph T140, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SYW 399S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYW 399S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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