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BYC 661J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,564 mi
Last recorded31,564 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 661J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 31,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 31,435 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,210 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,112 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 30,469 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 29,516 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 29,495 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 29,064 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wear at near side of steering rack

Fail 20 Mar 2010 29,063 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

wear at near side of steering rack

Pass 18 Apr 2009 28,390 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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BYC 661J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red 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 BYC 661J, 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 BYC 661J registered?

BYC 661J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 September 1970.

Is BYC 661J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYC 661J 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 BYC 661J have outstanding finance?

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