MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
11,267 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion and hole in boot and nearside underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
Front Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap insecure (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage loose top anchorage not attached (7.1.1 (b))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose seat belt mechanism loose (7.1.1 (b))
Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion and hole in boot and nearside underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TFR 642J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 TFR 642J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was TFR 642J registered?
TFR 642J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 February 1971.
Is TFR 642J safe to buy?
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