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UPR 972L

1973 Triumph 2000

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,042 mi
Last recorded26,042 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPR 972L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 26,042 miles

higher reading n/side hand brake than n/side, both lock out

Pass 9 Mar 2016 25,660 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 25,660 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 25,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Braking system leaking o/s/front caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,493 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,192 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 24,661 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 24,238 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 22,590 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 22,590 miles

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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UPR 972L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UPR 972L, 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 UPR 972L?

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What year was UPR 972L registered?

UPR 972L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is UPR 972L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPR 972L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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