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YRP 349J

1971 Triumph Vitesse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,481 mi
Last recorded71,481 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Vitesse52,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 349J
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 71,481 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 71,222 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 71,071 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 71,071 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 70,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 70,809 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,673 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 70,582 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 70,329 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 70,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 69,961 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 69,737 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 69,237 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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YRP 349J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YRP 349J, 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 YRP 349J?

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What year was YRP 349J registered?

YRP 349J is a 1971 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is YRP 349J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 349J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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