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LCL 791A

1963 Triumph Vitesse

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,437 mi
Last recorded69,437 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 1963 Triumph Vitesse60,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCL 791A
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 69,437 miles

OS seat belt worn

Pass 28 Jan 2015 69,275 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 69,275 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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LCL 791A is a 1963 Triumph Vitesse in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1963 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 60,274 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LCL 791A, 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 63 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 LCL 791A?

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What year was LCL 791A registered?

LCL 791A is a 1963 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 2 August 1963.

Is LCL 791A safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCL 791A shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LCL 791A have outstanding finance?

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