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MSB 565J

1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

463 mi
Last recorded463 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2008
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK358,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSB 565J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2008 463 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 463 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 450 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 97,002 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 96,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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MSB 565J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 58,011 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 MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MSB 565J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSB 565J?

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What year was MSB 565J registered?

MSB 565J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is MSB 565J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSB 565J shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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