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BPL 696H

1970 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,689 mi
Last recorded6,689 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Vitesse48,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPL 696H
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 6,689 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,986 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 6,689 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 6,689 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 6,689 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion outside prescribed areas

Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,689 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

various corrosion out side areas

Fail 16 Aug 2012 6,689 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

various corrosion out side areas

Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,065 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear inner sills corroded out side seat belt mounting areas

Pass 25 Aug 2010 1,979 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 1,536 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 1,531 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 May 2007 891 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 883 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 99,437 miles

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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BPL 696H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BPL 696H, 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

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What year was BPL 696H registered?

BPL 696H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is BPL 696H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPL 696H shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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