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TFW 787H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,143 mi
Last recorded54,143 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFW 787H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 54,143 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 52,576 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 51,325 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 49,889 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 47,643 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,368 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 4,219 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 4,219 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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TFW 787H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TFW 787H, 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 TFW 787H?

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What year was TFW 787H registered?

TFW 787H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 May 1970.

Is TFW 787H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFW 787H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFW 787H have outstanding finance?

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