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RVJ 396H

1970 Triumph 1300

Brown Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,971 mi
Last recorded49,971 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph 130054,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVJ 396H
MakeTriumph
Model1300
Year1970
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 49,971 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,292 miles

front brake pads getting low

slight fuel leak tank area

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 49,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake pads getting low

slight fuel leak tank area

Pass 8 Jul 2014 47,879 miles

Nearside Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

corrosion both sills

Pass 10 Jul 2013 46,680 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 45,376 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 44,182 miles

Advise on horn ok at time of test

Nearside Inner Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Inner Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 43,213 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 41,994 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 41,740 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 41,075 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 41,070 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Excessive play in steering lower column bush.

How Reliable is the Triumph 1300?

Based on 1,809 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 89
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 73
brake binding 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
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RVJ 396H is a 1970 Triumph 1300 in Brown with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Triumph 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 54,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph 1300 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVJ 396H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVJ 396H?

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What year was RVJ 396H registered?

RVJ 396H is a 1970 Triumph 1300, first registered on 10 March 1970.

Is RVJ 396H safe to buy?

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