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RLE 985L

1973 Triumph 2000 Auto

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,873 mi
Last recorded71,873 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto64,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLE 985L
MakeTriumph
Model2000 Auto
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 71,873 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 71,787 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 71,737 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 71,508 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 71,485 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 71,456 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 71,107 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 70,798 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 70,474 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2008 70,029 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 69,730 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 69,588 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 69,443 miles

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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RLE 985L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RLE 985L, 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

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What year was RLE 985L registered?

RLE 985L is a 1973 Triumph 2000 Auto, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is RLE 985L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLE 985L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RLE 985L have outstanding finance?

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