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GYR 303J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Yellow Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,207 mi
Last recorded21,207 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYR 303J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 21,207 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 20,597 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 20,593 miles

Nearside Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected steering arm loose on hub, bolts loose (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front stub axle to hub locking device not locking

Pass 5 Aug 2017 19,838 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 18,516 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,203 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 17,174 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2014 15,872 miles

customer advised rear drive shaft couplings deteriated

Pass 12 Aug 2013 13,842 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 13,607 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,281 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,531 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rear drive shaft rubber couplings starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,979 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 11,560 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 10,721 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 10,084 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 10,084 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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GYR 303J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Yellow with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GYR 303J, 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 GYR 303J registered?

GYR 303J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 28 May 1971.

Is GYR 303J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYR 303J shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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