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PTL 969H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,789 mi
Last recorded85,789 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTL 969H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 85,789 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 85,785 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 83,719 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 82,826 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 82,574 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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PTL 969H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 PTL 969H, 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

How do I check the history of PTL 969H?

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What year was PTL 969H registered?

PTL 969H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 May 1970.

Is PTL 969H safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTL 969H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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