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FVO 714J

1971 Triumph 1500

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,252 mi
Last recorded70,252 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph 150058,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVO 714J
MakeTriumph
Model1500
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2022 70,252 miles

front inner wings starting to corrode

slight exhaust blow from rear pipe

Pass 9 Aug 2021 69,095 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

play in n/s front wheel bearing

slight blow from rear exhaust pipe

vehicle corroding front chassis legs

Pass 28 Aug 2020 66,473 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph 1500?

Based on 735 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
brake binding 30
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 23
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FVO 714J is a 1971 Triumph 1500 in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Triumph 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 58,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FVO 714J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVO 714J?

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What year was FVO 714J registered?

FVO 714J is a 1971 Triumph 1500, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is FVO 714J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVO 714J shows 3 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 FVO 714J have outstanding finance?

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