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DSG 738L

1973 Triumph 2000

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,275 mi
Last recorded41,275 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSG 738L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 41,275 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 39,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,798 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 38,798 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 38,798 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2010 30,254 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 30,254 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 27,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 26,026 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 23,587 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,170 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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DSG 738L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 61,501 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 DSG 738L, 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 53 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 DSG 738L registered?

DSG 738L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 21 June 1973.

Is DSG 738L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSG 738L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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