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RNJ 852M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,181 mi
Last recorded86,181 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNJ 852M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2015 86,181 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 86,181 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 86,180 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

boot floor corroding.

slight play in both sides track rod ends.

slight play in steering rack arms.

Pass 2 Mar 2006 84,167 miles

Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

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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RNJ 852M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 RNJ 852M, 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 52 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 RNJ 852M registered?

RNJ 852M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 June 1974.

Is RNJ 852M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNJ 852M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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