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UWB 449L

1973 Triumph 2000

Cream Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,532 mi
Last recorded35,532 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWB 449L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 35,532 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,441 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,348 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 35,246 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 35,173 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 34,997 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

n/s rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 21 Aug 2012 34,962 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 9 Sep 2011 34,787 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,580 miles

n/s rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 15 Sep 2009 34,372 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 34,204 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 34,118 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s rear tyre poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2006 34,051 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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UWB 449L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Cream with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 UWB 449L, 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.

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What year was UWB 449L registered?

UWB 449L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is UWB 449L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWB 449L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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