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VVY 243

1960 Triumph Twenty One

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,195 mi
Last recorded4,195 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1960 Triumph Twenty One3,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVY 243
MakeTriumph
ModelTwenty One
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 4,195 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake linkage slightly damaged pivit rear brake lever worn (3.2.A1c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 4,177 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 4,060 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 3,982 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 3,852 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 3,668 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 3,570 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 3,498 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 3,470 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 3,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,416 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 3,101 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Twenty One?

Based on 847 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
86
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
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VVY 243 is a 1960 Triumph Twenty One in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1960 Triumph Twenty One models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.2% with a typical mileage of 3,470 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 Twenty One fails its MOT is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVY 243, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Twenty One typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 66 years old, this Triumph Twenty One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VVY 243 registered?

VVY 243 is a 1960 Triumph Twenty One, first registered on 18 July 1960.

Is VVY 243 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVY 243 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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