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FKA 498L

1972 Triumph 2000

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,751 mi
Last recorded32,751 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1972 Triumph 200055,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKA 498L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2015 32,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play borderline (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 32,724 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 32,469 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 32,301 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 32,269 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 31,804 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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FKA 498L is a 1972 Triumph 2000 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 55,544 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 FKA 498L, 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 54 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 FKA 498L registered?

FKA 498L is a 1972 Triumph 2000, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is FKA 498L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKA 498L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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