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HST 940N

1974 Triumph 2000 Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,343 mi
Last recorded52,343 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph 2000 Auto58,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHST 940N
MakeTriumph
Model2000 Auto
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 52,343 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 49,752 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Sep 2016 49,474 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake cable locking device insecure atadjusters on rear hubs (3.5.1l)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

How Reliable is the Triumph 2000 Auto?

Based on 875 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
665
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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HST 940N is a 1974 Triumph 2000 Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Triumph 2000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 58,914 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph 2000 Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HST 940N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 2000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Triumph 2000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HST 940N?

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What year was HST 940N registered?

HST 940N is a 1974 Triumph 2000 Auto, first registered on 10 September 1974.

Is HST 940N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HST 940N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HST 940N have outstanding finance?

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