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GLF 207J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,396 mi
Last recorded5,396 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLF 207J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 5,396 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 5,174 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 4,507 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 4,095 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 3,657 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 3,273 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 3,232 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Metal Braided Brake Hose (From Master Cylinder) Very Close To Exposed Live Contact On Starter Motor Solenoid.

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

Pass 13 May 2014 2,639 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 2,632 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 2,168 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 1,687 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 1,549 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 698 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

slight noise from nearside front bearing

Pass 4 Apr 2009 99,758 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 98,201 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 96,519 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 96,128 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 96,123 miles

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

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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GLF 207J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GLF 207J, 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 GLF 207J registered?

GLF 207J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 17 June 1971.

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The MOT history for GLF 207J shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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