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AVT 661H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,278 mi
Last recorded38,278 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVT 661H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 38,278 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 38,154 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 38,129 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 37,694 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 37,400 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 37,066 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 37,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 36,917 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 36,917 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 36,834 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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AVT 661H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AVT 661H, 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 56 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 AVT 661H?

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What year was AVT 661H registered?

AVT 661H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 January 1970.

Is AVT 661H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVT 661H shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVT 661H have outstanding finance?

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