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FUL 75J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Maroon Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

13,215 mi
Last recorded13,215 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUL 75J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 13,215 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 12,644 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 11,965 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 11,374 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 10,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 10,057 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 9,990 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 9,959 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 9,113 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 6,124 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 3,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside rear donut on driveshaft worn

Pass 11 Oct 2010 230 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front discs corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2010 220 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front discs corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2009 98,448 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 98,447 miles

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

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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FUL 75J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Maroon with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FUL 75J, 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 FUL 75J registered?

FUL 75J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is FUL 75J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUL 75J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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