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XNR 640J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,876 mi
Last recorded74,876 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNR 640J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2017 74,876 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washers working (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 74,750 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 74,721 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 74,600 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 74,019 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 May 2011 73,028 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 72,824 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 72,570 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 72,568 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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XNR 640J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 XNR 640J, 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.

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What year was XNR 640J registered?

XNR 640J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is XNR 640J safe to buy?

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