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OFX 296J

1971 Triumph 1300

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,398 mi
Last recorded8,398 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph 130041,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFX 296J
MakeTriumph
Model1300
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 8,398 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 8,225 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jun 2015 8,082 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2014 7,824 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 7,653 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 7,653 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,537 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,466 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 7,340 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,220 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 7,003 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

crossply tyres front / radials rear

How Reliable is the Triumph 1300?

Based on 1,809 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 89
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 73
brake binding 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
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OFX 296J is a 1971 Triumph 1300 in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Triumph 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 1300 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFX 296J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFX 296J registered?

OFX 296J is a 1971 Triumph 1300, first registered on 19 January 1971.

Is OFX 296J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFX 296J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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