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CUK 405J

1970 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,074 mi
Last recorded71,074 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1970 Triumph Vitesse48,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUK 405J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 71,074 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 70,248 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 69,532 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 68,606 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 68,217 miles

recommend changing fuel hose to latest spec as modern fuels attack original rubber type.

Pass 5 Jul 2018 67,542 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 66,323 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 64,999 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 63,641 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 62,388 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 61,636 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 59,921 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 58,753 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 58,155 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 56,940 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 56,235 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 55,614 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 55,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 54,057 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 52,143 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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CUK 405J is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 CUK 405J, 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 CUK 405J registered?

CUK 405J is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is CUK 405J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUK 405J shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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