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MCY 69B

1964 Triumph Vitesse

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

51,545 mi
Last recorded51,545 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 1964 Triumph Vitesse52,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 69B
MakeTriumph
ModelVitesse
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 51,545 miles

Front to rear fuel pipe corroded

Nearside Front Steering has slight play

Offside Front Steering has slight play

Pass 22 Sep 2015 50,357 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 49,649 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

engine oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2013 46,796 miles

Corrosion developing o/s/f outrigger

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 46,766 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Corrosion developing o/s/f outrigger

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,535 miles

o/s chassis outriger corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2011 46,063 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 46,062 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 45,822 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 45,820 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 13 Apr 2007 45,812 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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MCY 69B is a 1964 Triumph Vitesse in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1964 Triumph Vitesse models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 52,173 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 MCY 69B, 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 62 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 MCY 69B?

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What year was MCY 69B registered?

MCY 69B is a 1964 Triumph Vitesse, first registered on 19 March 1964.

Is MCY 69B safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 69B shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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