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1141 JN

1963 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,536 mi
Last recorded34,536 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1963 Triumph Spitfire34,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1141 JN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2022 34,536 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 34,025 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 33,952 miles

Lower Steering column attachment defective worn (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 33,217 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 33,217 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,772 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,291 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 30,249 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 30,248 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,248 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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1141 JN is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1963 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 34,208 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 Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1141 JN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 63 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1141 JN?

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What year was 1141 JN registered?

1141 JN is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 July 1963.

Is 1141 JN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1141 JN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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