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CLT 8H

1970 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,050 mi
Last recorded69,050 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 Triumph Vitesse48,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLT 8H
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 69,050 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 68,085 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 65,118 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 64,498 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 63,651 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 62,715 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 62,088 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 61,516 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 61,025 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 60,531 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 59,737 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Feb 2010
Pass 24 Feb 2009 58,304 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 57,760 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 56,894 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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CLT 8H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 48,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CLT 8H, 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 56 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 CLT 8H registered?

CLT 8H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 13 February 1970.

Is CLT 8H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLT 8H shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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