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TBH 870J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,702 mi
Last recorded20,702 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBH 870J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2020 20,702 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 20,478 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 20,165 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front floor corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2017 19,970 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 19,654 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,351 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,351 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,106 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2013 18,706 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,223 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,603 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 16,953 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 15,747 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 14,490 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,159 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,901 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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TBH 870J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 TBH 870J, 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

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What year was TBH 870J registered?

TBH 870J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 September 1970.

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