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OJF 239M

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,043 mi
Last recorded74,043 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJF 239M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2021 74,043 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 73,195 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 72,751 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 72,319 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 71,433 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 69,676 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 68,105 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 68,092 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 57,992 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 56,908 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 54,746 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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OJF 239M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OJF 239M, 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

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What year was OJF 239M registered?

OJF 239M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 November 1973.

Is OJF 239M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJF 239M shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJF 239M have outstanding finance?

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