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FYY 260J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

95,354 mi
Last recorded95,354 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 260J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 95,354 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 95,262 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 95,087 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 94,856 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 94,280 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 94,263 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 93,601 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 93,140 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 93,140 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 92,693 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 91,882 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 91,440 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 90,534 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 90,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 90,157 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 89,589 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 89,144 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 88,239 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 87,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 86,350 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 85,464 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 84,219 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 83,365 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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FYY 260J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FYY 260J, 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 FYY 260J registered?

FYY 260J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is FYY 260J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYY 260J shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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