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TUJ 238J

1970 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,535 mi
Last recorded3,535 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1970 Triumph 200058,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUJ 238J
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2010 3,535 miles

front exhaust pipe corroded slight blow carried out temp repair

front wiper blades split

Pass 26 May 2009 3,493 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 3,404 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 2,265 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 2,265 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 23 May 2006 1,104 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 1,104 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 99,811 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2005 99,811 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TUJ 238J is a 1970 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,061 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 TUJ 238J, 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 56 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 TUJ 238J registered?

TUJ 238J is a 1970 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is TUJ 238J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUJ 238J shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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