MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,065 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Vitesse?
Based on 19,131 MOT tests across 2,177 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XPM 71J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 XPM 71J, 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 XPM 71J?
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What year was XPM 71J registered?
XPM 71J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is XPM 71J safe to buy?
The MOT history for XPM 71J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XPM 71J have outstanding finance?
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