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OPO 987E

1967 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,647 mi
Last recorded71,647 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1967 Triumph Vitesse43,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPO 987E
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 71,647 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 71,344 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 70,742 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 69,295 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 68,358 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in both inner steering rack joints

Fail 30 Aug 2013 68,358 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in both inner steering rack joints

very slight bind on n/s/f brake

Pass 20 Feb 2008 68,358 miles

metal brake pipes have been coated so can not check

Fail 18 Feb 2008 68,358 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

metal brake pipes have been coated so can not check

Pass 21 Feb 2007 67,415 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 67,412 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.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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OPO 987E is a 1967 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1967 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 43,730 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 OPO 987E, 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 59 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 OPO 987E registered?

OPO 987E is a 1967 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 11 January 1967.

Is OPO 987E safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPO 987E shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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