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BMT 650H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Maroon Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,758 mi
Last recorded40,758 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMT 650H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 40,758 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 40,642 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 40,508 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 40,429 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play nearside and offside front lower trunions

Pass 6 Aug 2010 40,236 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 39,976 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 39,881 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 39,881 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 39,361 miles

Oil leak

nearsdie front tyre worn at outer edge

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 21 Feb 2006 38,438 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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BMT 650H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Maroon with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BMT 650H, 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

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What year was BMT 650H registered?

BMT 650H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 June 1970.

Is BMT 650H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMT 650H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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