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VWK 550J

1977 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

97,401 mi
Last recorded97,401 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWK 550J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2010 97,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Battery insecure

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

both front brake discs very corroded

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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VWK 550J is a 1977 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 VWK 550J, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Vitesse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VWK 550J registered?

VWK 550J is a 1977 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 13 April 1977.

Is VWK 550J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWK 550J shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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