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CYU 137H

1970 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,786 mi
Last recorded83,786 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1970 Triumph Vitesse48,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYU 137H
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 83,786 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 82,834 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 82,161 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 81,417 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 80,654 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 80,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 79,789 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 79,607 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 78,847 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 78,775 miles

slight scratching in windscreen

Fail 13 Jun 2008 78,716 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

slight scratching in windscreen

Pass 31 May 2007 78,254 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 44,112 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 77,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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CYU 137H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CYU 137H, 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

How do I check the history of CYU 137H?

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What year was CYU 137H registered?

CYU 137H is a 1970 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is CYU 137H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYU 137H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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