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1974 Triumph 2000 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for 2000 models manufactured in 1974, based on 155 real MOT test results.

70.3%
Pass Rate
29.7%
Fail Rate
155
Total Tests
54,394
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1974 Triumph 2000 MOT Analysis

The 1974 Triumph 2000 has an MOT pass rate of 70.3% based on 155 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 54,394 miles on the odometer. With a 29.7% failure rate, the 1974 2000 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1974 Triumph 2000 is Suspension, responsible for 2.6% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Body, chassis, structure is the second most common issue at 1.3%. Non-component advisories follows at 1.3%.

Top failures specific to 1974 models only. The overall 2000 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Suspension 2.6%
Non-component advisories 1.3%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Suspension2.6%4
2Body, Chassis, Structure1.3%2
3Non-component Advisories1.3%2

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 54,394 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Suspension0.47% per 10K miBody & Structure0.24% per 10K miNon-component advisories0.24% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Suspension0.472.6%4
Body & Structure0.241.3%2
Non-component advisories0.241.3%2

Mileage Statistics

54,394
Mean
85,008
Median
51,652
25th Percentile
94,216
75th Percentile
5.46% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1974 Triumph 2000 has an MOT pass rate of 70.3% based on 155 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 54,394 miles on the odometer. With a 29.7% failure rate, the 1974 2000 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1974 Triumph 2000, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 54,394 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.

Suspension — 2.6% of failures

Suspension issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 1974 Triumph 2000 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Body, chassis, structure — 1.3% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1974 Triumph 2000 models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Non-component advisories — 1.3% of failures

Non-component advisories issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1974 Triumph 2000 models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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