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HKK 178L

1973 Triumph 2000

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,858 mi
Last recorded14,858 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph 200061,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKK 178L
MakeTriumph
Model2000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2017 14,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing by cross member mounting (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

steering column lower bush worn

Pass 15 Jun 2016 14,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s/f wheel bearing worn

oil leak

steering column lower bush worn

steering column lower uj joint worn

Pass 15 Jun 2015 14,484 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s/f inner wing corroded

steering column lower bush worn

Pass 2 Jun 2014 13,698 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 May 2013 13,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,759 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 146 miles

Oil leak

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 7 Jun 2010 146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2009 146 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight bind on o/s/r brake

Pass 10 Jun 2008 146 miles

slight play in n/s and o/s of steering rack

Pass 23 May 2007 146 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 146 miles

slight lift in o/s of steering rack

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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HKK 178L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HKK 178L, 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 HKK 178L registered?

HKK 178L is a 1973 Triumph 2000, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is HKK 178L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKK 178L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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