MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,784 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
How Reliable is the Triumph 2.5 Pi?
Based on 1,524 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAA 196M is a 1973 Triumph 2.5 Pi in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1973 Triumph 2.5 Pi models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 67,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Triumph 2.5 Pi fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAA 196M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph 2.5 Pi typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph 2.5 Pi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VAA 196M?
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What year was VAA 196M registered?
VAA 196M is a 1973 Triumph 2.5 Pi, first registered on 1 September 1973.
Is VAA 196M safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAA 196M shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VAA 196M have outstanding finance?
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