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NJR 312M

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,619 mi
Last recorded87,619 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJR 312M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 87,619 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 30 May 2014 87,256 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 86,692 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 85,941 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 85,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 85,158 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 34,821 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 84,301 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 84,301 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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NJR 312M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 NJR 312M, 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 53 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 NJR 312M?

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What year was NJR 312M registered?

NJR 312M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NJR 312M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJR 312M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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