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RWU 356M

1974 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,394 mi
Last recorded53,394 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph 200051,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWU 356M
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 53,394 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 52,936 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 51,924 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 51,652 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 51,094 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage unions at steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2021 50,742 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 50,560 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 50,024 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 49,022 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 49,020 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 47,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front,offside front & nearside rear tyre walls starting to crack/perish.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 46,892 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 43,952 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 41,112 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 39,041 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 39,041 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 38,896 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 38,896 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 38,861 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 38,835 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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RWU 356M is a 1974 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1974 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RWU 356M, 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 52 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 RWU 356M registered?

RWU 356M is a 1974 Triumph 2000, first registered on 6 February 1974.

Is RWU 356M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWU 356M shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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