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URJ 597J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,445 mi
Last recorded45,445 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURJ 597J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,445 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

nearside floor holed not within 30cms

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,851 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 39,849 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 55,012 miles

nearside front floor holed

Pass 14 Apr 2006 53,077 miles

nearside floor holed

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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URJ 597J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 URJ 597J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was URJ 597J registered?

URJ 597J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 February 1971.

Is URJ 597J safe to buy?

The MOT history for URJ 597J 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 URJ 597J have outstanding finance?

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