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FPD 898J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,707 mi
Last recorded61,707 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPD 898J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2017 61,707 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 61,694 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 61,680 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 61,671 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 61,653 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 61,641 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 61,630 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 61,620 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 60,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 60,358 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 59,819 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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FPD 898J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FPD 898J, 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

How do I check the history of FPD 898J?

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What year was FPD 898J registered?

FPD 898J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 17 March 1971.

Is FPD 898J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPD 898J shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPD 898J have outstanding finance?

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