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SUX 390H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,135 mi
Last recorded36,135 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUX 390H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 36,135 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 35,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 35,152 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 34,399 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 34,206 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 31,995 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,682 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 29,383 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in n/s of stearing rack

Fail 10 Aug 2005 29,364 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

bad miss fire

engine smokey but not dense smoke

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in o/s of stearing rack

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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SUX 390H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SUX 390H, 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 SUX 390H?

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What year was SUX 390H registered?

SUX 390H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is SUX 390H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUX 390H 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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