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YRL 22J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,598 mi
Last recorded83,598 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRL 22J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2018 83,598 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 83,258 miles

Body has slight corrosion outer ends of centre outriggers. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 83,102 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 82,926 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 82,744 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 81,783 miles

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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YRL 22J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YRL 22J, 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 YRL 22J registered?

YRL 22J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 24 May 1971.

Is YRL 22J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRL 22J shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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