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GPB 935J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,852 mi
Last recorded85,852 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPB 935J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 85,852 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 85,362 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 85,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,926 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 81,625 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 79,586 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 79,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2011 79,107 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 78,950 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 77,544 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 77,090 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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GPB 935J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GPB 935J, 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

How do I check the history of GPB 935J?

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What year was GPB 935J registered?

GPB 935J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 23 June 1971.

Is GPB 935J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPB 935J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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