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AJU 597K

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

91,119 mi
Last recorded91,119 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJU 597K
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 91,119 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 91,119 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Upper Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 91,090 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 91,090 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 91,055 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 91,055 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket has some play .

Pass 17 Apr 2014 90,955 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 90,946 miles

Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 90,721 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 90,721 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 90,490 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 90,466 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 90,420 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 90,377 miles

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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AJU 597K is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AJU 597K, 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 AJU 597K registered?

AJU 597K is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 5 August 1971.

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