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RSL 851

1971 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,294 mi
Last recorded13,294 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2008
Typical for 1971 Triumph 200059,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSL 851
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,294 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 13,294 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 13,291 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 13,285 miles

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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RSL 851 is a 1971 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RSL 851, 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 RSL 851 registered?

RSL 851 is a 1971 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is RSL 851 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSL 851 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSL 851 have outstanding finance?

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