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SRL 890S

1978 Triumph 2500

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,500 mi
Last recorded79,500 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRL 890S
MakeTriumph
Model2500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2018 79,500 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 77,971 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 2500?

Based on 865 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
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SRL 890S is a 1978 Triumph 2500 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph 2500 fails its MOT is parking brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRL 890S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 2500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph 2500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SRL 890S?

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What year was SRL 890S registered?

SRL 890S is a 1978 Triumph 2500, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is SRL 890S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRL 890S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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