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APW 236J

1971 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,704 mi
Last recorded20,704 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph 200059,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPW 236J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 20,704 miles

EXHAUST CHUFF ON START UP

Fail 16 Oct 2017 20,703 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick FRONT (3.5.1g)

Front wheel bearing has excessive play O/S (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SPLIT (8.2.2)

EXHAUST CHUFF ON START UP

Pass 19 Oct 2016 18,299 miles

Slight knock in steering rack

Fail 19 Oct 2016 18,299 miles

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Slight knock in steering rack

Pass 14 Oct 2015 15,175 miles

front lower valence on n/s is corroded

slight corrosion in o/s inner sill at the centre point

Pass 27 Oct 2014 16,352 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 13,966 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 13,115 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 12,468 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 11,888 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 11,594 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 11,427 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 11,427 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 10,369 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 10,029 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 8,862 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 2000?

Based on 8,658 MOT tests across 1,036 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 298
brake binding 256
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 219
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 172
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APW 236J is a 1971 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 59,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 2000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 363 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APW 236J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was APW 236J registered?

APW 236J is a 1971 Triumph 2000, first registered on 8 February 1971.

Is APW 236J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APW 236J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APW 236J have outstanding finance?

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