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XPA 838N

1974 Triumph 2500

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,811 mi
Last recorded53,811 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Triumph 250024,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPA 838N
MakeTriumph
Model2500
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2019 53,811 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 52,087 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 51,875 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 51,223 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 51,108 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 2500?

Based on 865 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
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XPA 838N is a 1974 Triumph 2500 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph 2500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 24,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 2500 fails its MOT is parking brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPA 838N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 2500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Triumph 2500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPA 838N?

You can check the full history of XPA 838N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XPA 838N registered?

XPA 838N is a 1974 Triumph 2500, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is XPA 838N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPA 838N shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPA 838N have outstanding finance?

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