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TXC 776J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,509 mi
Last recorded51,509 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2008
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXC 776J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2008 51,509 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 51,246 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 50,989 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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TXC 776J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TXC 776J, 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 TXC 776J?

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What year was TXC 776J registered?

TXC 776J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is TXC 776J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TXC 776J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TXC 776J have outstanding finance?

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