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NFM 84J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,969 mi
Last recorded31,969 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFM 84J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 31,969 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 31,943 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 31,924 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 31,918 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,678 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 31,422 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 30,854 miles

front brake imbalance at 24%

Pass 27 May 2010 29,464 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 28,771 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 27,434 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 26,946 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 26,572 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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NFM 84J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NFM 84J, 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 NFM 84J registered?

NFM 84J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 26 May 1971.

Is NFM 84J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFM 84J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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