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MLG 771C

1965 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,451 mi
Last recorded33,451 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 1965 Triumph 200052,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLG 771C
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 33,451 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 33,150 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 33,037 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Feb 2016 32,714 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 32,714 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 32,439 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 32,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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MLG 771C is a 1965 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1965 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 52,268 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 MLG 771C, 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 61 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MLG 771C?

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What year was MLG 771C registered?

MLG 771C is a 1965 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 October 1965.

Is MLG 771C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLG 771C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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