Triumph 2000 vs Triumph Tr7 convertible: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Triumph 2000
78%
MOT pass rate · 57,492 vehicles
More reliable
Triumph Tr7 convertible
68%
MOT pass rate · 3,152 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Triumph 2000 is the more reliable of the two — 78% pass first time versus 68%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Triumph 2000 | Triumph Tr7 convertible |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 78% ✓ | 68% |
| MOT failure rate | 22% ✓ | 32% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.6 ✓ | 2.1 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 62,139 mi | 59,556 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 57,492 | 3,152 |
Most common faults
Triumph 2000
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Oil leak
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Triumph Tr7 convertible
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Triumph 2000 is the more reliable of the two — 78% pass first time versus 68%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
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Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.