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SFC 537J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,229 mi
Last recorded36,229 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 537J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 36,229 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 35,434 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 34,357 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 34,357 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 32,479 miles

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 29,765 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 29,418 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 29,180 miles

slight misting of oil around brake pipes

Pass 31 Mar 2011 28,818 miles

misting of oil around metal brake pipes

Fail 31 Mar 2011 28,818 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

misting of oil around metal brake pipes

Pass 24 Mar 2010 28,638 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 28,463 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 28,296 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 28,190 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 27,996 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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SFC 537J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SFC 537J, 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 SFC 537J registered?

SFC 537J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 5 April 1971.

Is SFC 537J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 537J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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