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SGU 242R

1977 Triumph 2000 Auto

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,399 mi
Last recorded77,399 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGU 242R
MakeTriumph
Model2000 Auto
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2006 77,399 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 77,392 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 20 May 2005 75,165 miles
Fail 16 May 2005 75,157 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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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SGU 242R is a 1977 Triumph 2000 Auto in Brown with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SGU 242R, 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 49 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 SGU 242R registered?

SGU 242R is a 1977 Triumph 2000 Auto, first registered on 9 February 1977.

Is SGU 242R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGU 242R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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