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FLY 95J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,224 mi
Last recorded60,224 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLY 95J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 60,224 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front suspension trunnions seeping

Pass 6 Jul 2021 60,189 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 60,107 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 60,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached front arm adjuster locking devices loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached front arm adjuster locking devices loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal starting to perish and crack

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

throttle starting to stick advise repair as soon as possible

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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FLY 95J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 52,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLY 95J, 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 55 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 FLY 95J registered?

FLY 95J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 3 March 1971.

Is FLY 95J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLY 95J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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