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JIL 5259

1970 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,200 mi
Last recorded24,200 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Triumph 200058,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 5259
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 May 2019 24,200 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

advise slight cracking on all tyres

Pass 25 Oct 2017 2,398 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

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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JIL 5259 is a 1970 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JIL 5259, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JIL 5259 registered?

JIL 5259 is a 1970 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is JIL 5259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIL 5259 shows 2 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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