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TAR 655J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,225 mi
Last recorded8,225 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 655J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 8,225 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2017 8,069 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 24 May 2017 8,069 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2016 7,974 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 7,699 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 7,670 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 7,642 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 7,534 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 7,400 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,222 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 6,888 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 6,603 miles

rack boots starting to split

trunions worn

Fail 3 Apr 2008 6,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rack boots starting to split

trunions worn

Pass 20 Mar 2007 6,122 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,875 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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TAR 655J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TAR 655J, 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 TAR 655J registered?

TAR 655J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 October 1970.

Is TAR 655J safe to buy?

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