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SDK 530J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,414 mi
Last recorded81,414 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDK 530J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 81,414 miles

Offside Front Lower trunion slight play

Fail 24 May 2017 81,414 miles

Offside Front Lower trunion slight play

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 79,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing trunion (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 26 May 2016 79,403 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing trunion (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 77,252 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 77,096 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 76,892 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 76,510 miles

o/s rear brake lower reading

Pass 14 Aug 2010 76,322 miles

slight brake drag o/s rear

Pass 13 Aug 2009 75,932 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 75,479 miles

offside rear outer rubber drive joint deteriated

Pass 6 Aug 2007 75,170 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 74,344 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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SDK 530J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SDK 530J, 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 SDK 530J?

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What year was SDK 530J registered?

SDK 530J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is SDK 530J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDK 530J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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