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XRL 111J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Maroon Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

51,003 mi
Last recorded51,003 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRL 111J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 51,003 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 50,757 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 50,732 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 50,616 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 50,310 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 50,135 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 49,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bottom joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front bottom shocker bush worn

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bottom joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shocker bush worn

Fail 2 Jul 2018 49,776 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bottom joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front bottom shocker bush worn

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bottom joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shocker bush worn

Pass 5 Jul 2017 49,472 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bottom outter pin and bush on joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 49,472 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bottom outter pin and bush on joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 48,697 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 47,449 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 46,771 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 46,771 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 46,206 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 45,947 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 45,718 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 45,316 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 45,316 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 44,380 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 44,380 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 41,904 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 40,205 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 40,205 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 40,205 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight play in steering rack

Slight play in top and bottom front swivel joints both sides

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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XRL 111J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Maroon with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 XRL 111J, 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 XRL 111J registered?

XRL 111J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is XRL 111J safe to buy?

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