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FWP 966J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,819 mi
Last recorded95,819 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWP 966J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 95,819 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 95,261 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2015 94,711 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2014 93,904 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 93,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 92,350 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 90,921 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 89,450 miles

ADVISE N/S/R DRIVE SHAFT RUBBER UNIVERSAL JOINT SHOWING SIGNS AGE CRACKING

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2009 87,433 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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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FWP 966J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FWP 966J, 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 FWP 966J registered?

FWP 966J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 10 March 1971.

Is FWP 966J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWP 966J shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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