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SNK 832J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

27,845 mi
Last recorded27,845 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNK 832J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 27,845 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 27,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 26,899 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2021 26,863 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 26,785 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 26,785 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 26,727 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 26,727 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,636 miles

n/s washer not working

Fail 30 Apr 2018 26,636 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s washer not working

Pass 8 May 2017 26,522 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 26,393 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 26,150 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 26,001 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 25,828 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 25,568 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 25,203 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 25,004 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 24,595 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 24,595 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 28 May 2008 24,539 miles

offside rear side light dim,slight play in offside front wheel spline

Pass 22 May 2007 24,394 miles

slight play at steering wheel †small leak in exhaust joints †some play in offside front hub spline

Pass 22 May 2006 24,350 miles

some play in offside front wheel hub

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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SNK 832J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SNK 832J, 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.

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What year was SNK 832J registered?

SNK 832J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 August 1970.

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