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TAM 937J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,034 mi
Last recorded27,034 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAM 937J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2018 27,034 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 26,871 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,518 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 26 Aug 2009 26,172 miles

underside of car undersealed

Pass 14 Aug 2008 26,164 miles

Battery insecure

brake and fuel pipes undersealed, unable to fully examine

underbody corroded and deteriorated

underbody undersealed. unable to fully examine

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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TAM 937J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TAM 937J, 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 TAM 937J?

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What year was TAM 937J registered?

TAM 937J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 October 1970.

Is TAM 937J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAM 937J shows 5 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 TAM 937J have outstanding finance?

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