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BPX 505G

1960 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

7,923 mi
Last recorded7,923 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPX 505G
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1960
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,960cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 7,923 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 5,608 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play steering track rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose ferrel corroded (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 3,358 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 1,241 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

extensive welding carried out to vehicle

Fail 9 Jun 2014 1,240 miles

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

extensive welding carried out to vehicle

Pass 11 Jun 2013 1,210 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 1,164 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 May 2012 1,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 15,965 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,906 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 15,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 15,859 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 15,416 miles

n/s/r parking brake slightly low on efficiency

Pass 13 Jun 2007 14,864 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 14,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BPX 505G is a 1960 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BPX 505G, 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 66 years old, this Triumph Vitesse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPX 505G registered?

BPX 505G is a 1960 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 1 January 1960.

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The MOT history for BPX 505G shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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