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MPB 693D

1966 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

8,747 mi
Last recorded8,747 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 1966 Triumph 200048,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 693D
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2015 8,747 miles

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Sill holes and corroded but not within 30cm of suspension and seat mounting

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

No air filters fitted

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 8,746 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,460 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 8,460 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 33,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under side of car corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2012 33,714 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under body corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2011 33,559 miles

both front brake disc back plates corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 33,531 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front back plate fouling brake disc

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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MPB 693D is a 1966 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

Across all 1966 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 48,700 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 MPB 693D, 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 60 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 MPB 693D registered?

MPB 693D is a 1966 Triumph 2000, first registered on 3 June 1966.

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The MOT history for MPB 693D shows 8 tests with a 37.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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