MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,881 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute all (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
How Reliable is the Triumph T140?
Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VGW 496S is a 1977 Triumph T140 in Multi-colour with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 VGW 496S, 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 VGW 496S?
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What year was VGW 496S registered?
VGW 496S is a 1977 Triumph T140, first registered on 7 November 1977.
Is VGW 496S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VGW 496S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VGW 496S have outstanding finance?
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