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UBH 916L

1973 Triumph 2000

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,565 mi
Last recorded49,565 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2020
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBH 916L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2020 49,565 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 22 Feb 2017 48,982 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

steering rack slight movement

Fail 22 Feb 2017 48,982 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure front mounting (2.4.G.1)

steering rack slight movement

Pass 26 Feb 2016 48,012 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 47,906 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 47,906 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight play in steering u/j .

Pass 7 Sep 2012 47,546 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 46,873 miles

review both front steering rack arms for wear..

Fail 10 Aug 2011 46,873 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

review both front steering rack arms for wear..

Pass 20 Apr 2010 46,092 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 46,092 miles

Lower Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 44,679 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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UBH 916L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Brown with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 61,501 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 UBH 916L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UBH 916L?

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What year was UBH 916L registered?

UBH 916L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 18 May 1973.

Is UBH 916L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBH 916L shows 12 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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