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AAO 872A

1962 Triumph Vitesse

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,038 mi
Last recorded99,038 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1962 Triumph Vitesse53,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAO 872A
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1962
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 99,038 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 99,034 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 96,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 96,610 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,214 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 96,016 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 96,015 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Outer Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 95,890 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 95,747 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 95,707 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 95,707 miles

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

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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AAO 872A is a 1962 Triumph Vitesse in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1962 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 53,708 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 AAO 872A, 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 64 years old, this Triumph Vitesse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAO 872A registered?

AAO 872A is a 1962 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 31 December 1962.

Is AAO 872A safe to buy?

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