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EYY 716J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,637 mi
Last recorded3,637 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYY 716J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 3,637 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 48,049 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 46,253 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 44,867 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 44,864 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 44,855 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel spoke corroded (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,843 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 44,746 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 44,526 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 44,276 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 44,235 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 44,038 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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EYY 716J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EYY 716J, 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 EYY 716J registered?

EYY 716J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 3 March 1971.

Is EYY 716J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYY 716J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYY 716J have outstanding finance?

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