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FTB 603J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,240 mi
Last recorded53,240 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTB 603J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 53,240 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 53,161 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 53,071 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 51,013 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 50,534 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 49,885 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly noisey

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 49,884 miles

Horn not working not working with lights on (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake application uneven nill effort (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure pad securing pin retaining clips missing. and one pin is missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing pad securing pin retaining clips missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Centre exhaust mounting insecure due to missing clamp

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly noisey

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2014 48,745 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 48,646 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 May 2013 48,645 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 48,809 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 48,620 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 48,610 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 48,602 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 48,600 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 48,500 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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FTB 603J is a 1971 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%.

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 FTB 603J, 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 FTB 603J?

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What year was FTB 603J registered?

FTB 603J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is FTB 603J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTB 603J 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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