MOT Status
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89,897 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
REAR FUEL LINE RUNNING VERY CLOSE TO N/S DRIVE SHAFT
o/s/f lower wishbone bushes perrished no play felt at time of test
slight play felt inner joints on steering rack
surface rust to under bonnet areas
surface rust to verious areas underbody
How Reliable is the Triumph Vitesse?
Based on 19,131 MOT tests across 2,177 vehicles.
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WKP 489J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 WKP 489J, 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 WKP 489J registered?
WKP 489J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 5 January 1971.
Is WKP 489J safe to buy?
The MOT history for WKP 489J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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