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VIA 351

1972 Triumph 2500

Cream Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,207 mi
Last recorded70,207 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 Triumph 250074,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIA 351
MakeTriumph
Model2500
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 70,207 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 68,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 68,144 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 67,262 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 67,262 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 67,262 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 66,058 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 65,948 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 65,935 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 2500?

Based on 865 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
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VIA 351 is a 1972 Triumph 2500 in Cream with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Triumph 2500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 74,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 2500 fails its MOT is parking brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIA 351, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 2500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph 2500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIA 351?

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What year was VIA 351 registered?

VIA 351 is a 1972 Triumph 2500, first registered on 28 September 1972.

Is VIA 351 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIA 351 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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