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YMJ 789L

1973 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,184 mi
Last recorded5,184 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMJ 789L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 5,184 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 5,161 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,151 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 5,147 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 5,131 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 4,538 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 3,146 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 2,942 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (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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YMJ 789L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YMJ 789L, 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

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What year was YMJ 789L registered?

YMJ 789L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is YMJ 789L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMJ 789L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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