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MFE 991J

1971 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,037 mi
Last recorded60,037 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 Triumph 200059,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFE 991J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 60,037 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 59,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TRACKROD (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TRACKROD (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 59,233 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TRACKROD (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TRACKROD (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 58,392 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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MFE 991J is a 1971 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MFE 991J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MFE 991J registered?

MFE 991J is a 1971 Triumph 2000, first registered on 11 January 1971.

Is MFE 991J safe to buy?

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