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FDN 711L

1972 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,702 mi
Last recorded47,702 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDN 711L
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 47,702 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 47,252 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 471,347 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 46,794 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 46,461 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 46,041 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,779 miles

Both rear body mountings corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f outrigger corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2013 45,516 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear bump stops missing

n/s/f outrigger corroded

n/s/r bump stop mounting corroded

Pass 15 May 2012 45,155 miles

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

both rear bump stops missing

n/s/f outrigger corroded

n/s/r bump stop mounting corroded

o/s/r brake binding

Fail 24 May 2011 44,695 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 May 2011 44,695 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 44,031 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 44,031 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 43,436 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2007 43,067 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 42,646 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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FDN 711L is a 1972 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FDN 711L, 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 54 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 FDN 711L?

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What year was FDN 711L registered?

FDN 711L is a 1972 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 23 August 1972.

Is FDN 711L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDN 711L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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