Triumph 2000 vs Triumph X: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Triumph 2000
78%
MOT pass rate · 57,492 vehicles
Triumph X
50%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Triumph 2000 (78%) and Triumph X (50%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Triumph 2000 | Triumph X |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 78% ✓ | 50% |
| MOT failure rate | 22% ✓ | 50% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.6 | 1.0 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 62,139 mi | — |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 57,492 | 1 |
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 X
- Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
- Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Triumph 2000 (78%) and Triumph X (50%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Triumph 2000 report Full Triumph X report Most reliable cars
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.