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DRK 8J

1970 Triumph 2000

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,511 mi
Last recorded24,511 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 1970 Triumph 200058,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRK 8J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 24,511 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 24,455 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 24,455 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 24,307 miles

slieght play in os steering rack end

Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,224 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 24,213 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 24,189 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 24,132 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 24,087 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DRK 8J is a 1970 Triumph 2000 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,061 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 2000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 363 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRK 8J, 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 56 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRK 8J registered?

DRK 8J is a 1970 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is DRK 8J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRK 8J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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