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FYR 238C

1965 Triumph 2000

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,494 mi
Last recorded12,494 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1965 Triumph 200052,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYR 238C
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2010 12,494 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 May 2010 12,494 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 96,939 miles

Slight play in both ends of steering rack

Pass 21 Apr 2008 89,200 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 12 May 2007 80,495 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

FRONT NUM PLATE SMALL CRACK

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

TEMP FUEL CAP BUT SEALS

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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FYR 238C is a 1965 Triumph 2000 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FYR 238C, 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

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What year was FYR 238C registered?

FYR 238C is a 1965 Triumph 2000, first registered on 3 November 1965.

Is FYR 238C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYR 238C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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