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BMF 973H

1970 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,453 mi
Last recorded69,453 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Triumph Vitesse48,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMF 973H
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 69,453 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 69,346 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 69,222 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 69,090 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 68,940 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 68,775 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 68,638 miles

corroded holed to chassis out riggers wheel crch n/s r/ os door sill

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,510 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded(holed) outside prescribed area

o/s and n/s centre chassis out riggers heavily corroded(holed) outside prescribed areas

o/s door apature(outer sill heavily corroded/ holed) outside prescribed area

o/s floor pan corroded(holed) outside prescribed area

slight wear both front suspension lower trunnions

Fail 26 Apr 2012 68,506 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded(holed) outside prescribed area

o/s and n/s centre chassis out riggers heavily corroded(holed) outside prescribed areas

o/s door apature(outer sill heavily corroded/ holed) outside prescribed area

o/s floor pan corroded(holed) outside prescribed area

slight wear both front suspension lower trunnions

Pass 5 May 2011 68,346 miles

corrosion (hole) o/s floor & n/s/r wheel arch

slight wear both front suspension lower trunnions

underbody brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 May 2010 68,192 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 68,185 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

centre chassis corroded (holed)

both front suspension lower trunnions worn

n/s/r wheel arch corroded (holed).

o/s outer sill corroded

rear handbrake cable guide brackets flexing on floor when handbrake applied.

How Reliable is the Triumph Vitesse?

Based on 19,131 MOT tests across 2,177 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
2,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 825
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 566
brake binding 511
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 453
Horn not working 417
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BMF 973H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 48,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Vitesse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 825 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMF 973H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Vitesse typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph Vitesse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BMF 973H?

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What year was BMF 973H registered?

BMF 973H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 8 May 1970.

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The MOT history for BMF 973H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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