CarVerify

Free Car Check

PBF 431M

1973 Triumph 2000 Auto

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,490 mi
Last recorded87,490 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto64,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBF 431M
MakeTriumph
Model2000 Auto
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 87,490 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 85,756 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 85,496 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 84,500 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 81,456 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 77,603 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 75,984 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 74,106 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 72,025 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 69,825 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 69,670 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 19 Feb 2010 69,670 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 67,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 67,658 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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
Full Triumph 2000 Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PBF 431M is a 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 64,921 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PBF 431M, 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 53 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 PBF 431M?

You can check the full history of PBF 431M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PBF 431M registered?

PBF 431M is a 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto, first registered on 18 October 1973.

Is PBF 431M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBF 431M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBF 431M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PBF 431M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.