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EXC 149C

1965 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,548 mi
Last recorded38,548 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 1965 Triumph 200052,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXC 149C
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 38,548 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 38,431 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2016 38,402 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Offside (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside rear (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 38,084 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 37,757 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 37,737 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 36,841 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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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EXC 149C is a 1965 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1965 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 52,268 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 EXC 149C, 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 61 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXC 149C?

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What year was EXC 149C registered?

EXC 149C is a 1965 Triumph 2000, first registered on 24 February 1965.

Is EXC 149C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXC 149C shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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