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MDE 850R

1976 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,517 mi
Last recorded58,517 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph 200060,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDE 850R
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 58,517 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 58,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 56% (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MDE 850R is a 1976 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 60,749 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 MDE 850R, 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 50 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 MDE 850R registered?

MDE 850R is a 1976 Triumph 2000, first registered on 10 November 1976.

Is MDE 850R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDE 850R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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