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RVJ 280H

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,246 mi
Last recorded25,246 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVJ 280H
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 25,246 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 24,604 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 24,207 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 22,381 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,277 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 22,277 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 22,267 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 19,396 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 19,307 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 16,753 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 16,553 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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RVJ 280H is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RVJ 280H, 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

How do I check the history of RVJ 280H?

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What year was RVJ 280H registered?

RVJ 280H is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is RVJ 280H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVJ 280H shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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