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LEJ 681J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,874 mi
Last recorded96,874 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEJ 681J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 96,874 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 95,827 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 94,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 92,713 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 90,876 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 89,293 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 88,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 88,507 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 88,021 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 87,366 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 86,661 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 86,661 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 85,799 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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LEJ 681J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LEJ 681J, 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 LEJ 681J?

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What year was LEJ 681J registered?

LEJ 681J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is LEJ 681J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEJ 681J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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