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NJB 36R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,712 mi
Last recorded46,712 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJB 36R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 46,712 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 46,650 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 46,571 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt top stub axle (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt top stub axle (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 46,571 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt top stub axle (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt top stub axle (2.2.C.1c)

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

Stop lamp not working Stuck on (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,479 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 46,229 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 46,047 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 45,790 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 45,654 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 45,611 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 45,364 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 45,124 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 14,733 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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NJB 36R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 NJB 36R, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJB 36R registered?

NJB 36R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is NJB 36R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJB 36R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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