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LCG 217L

1973 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,477 mi
Last recorded74,477 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCG 217L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 74,477 miles

General underside corrosion

Fail 14 Oct 2025 74,467 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

General underside corrosion

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 74,344 miles

General underside corrosion

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2024 74,344 miles

General underside corrosion

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 74,159 miles

General underside corrosion

Fail 17 Oct 2023 74,154 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General underside corrosion

Pass 26 Jan 2017 73,869 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 73,395 miles

N/S/R SUB FRAME FRONT BUSH WORN

Pass 17 Sep 2011 73,394 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 73,022 miles

WEAR IN BOTH RACK ARMS /NEAR SIDE RACK GAITER SLIGHT LEAK

Pass 4 May 2007 72,963 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 72,963 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 72,828 miles

o/s/f bottom ball jiont wear o/s/r h/brake a bit low

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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LCG 217L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1973 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 61,501 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 LCG 217L, 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 53 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 LCG 217L registered?

LCG 217L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 4 January 1973.

Is LCG 217L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCG 217L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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