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FWE 18J

1970 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,962 mi
Last recorded9,962 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 1970 Triumph 200058,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWE 18J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2013 9,962 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 9,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 6,545 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 4,477 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 4,251 miles

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

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 99,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 99,189 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 94,517 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 91,670 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 85,401 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 78,766 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 71,948 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2005 71,948 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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FWE 18J is a 1970 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FWE 18J, 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.

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What year was FWE 18J registered?

FWE 18J is a 1970 Triumph 2000, first registered on 14 August 1970.

Is FWE 18J safe to buy?

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