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GSL 129J

1971 Triumph 2000

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,181 mi
Last recorded56,181 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph 200059,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSL 129J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 56,181 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides outer faces not great (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body out rigger holed and just encroches the 30 cm rule benifit to presenter but should be attended to asap (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. efficency low just passes (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body out rigger at tie rod holed just encroches 30 cm rule benifit to presenter but advise attention asap (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both outer sills at bottom soft but not holed (6.1.B.2)

steering wheel slightly loose advise attention asap

Pass 25 Apr 2017 55,216 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger has 2 small holes benefit to presenter due to classic car (2.4.A.3)

Rear handbrake levers inner and outer sticky but not affecting brakes efficency or sticking

outer sills and some underbody parts need underseal for preservation

Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,960 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 52,046 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 59,671 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 58,207 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 56,303 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 57,009 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 54,961 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 54,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 53,174 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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GSL 129J is a 1971 Triumph 2000 in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 59,020 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 GSL 129J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GSL 129J registered?

GSL 129J is a 1971 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 July 1971.

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