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VJF 592H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,689 mi
Last recorded99,689 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJF 592H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 99,689 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 99,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2018 99,066 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 99,590 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 99,416 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 99,320 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 99,316 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 99,304 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 99,300 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 99,243 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 99,202 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 99,150 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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VJF 592H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VJF 592H, 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 VJF 592H registered?

VJF 592H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1970.

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The MOT history for VJF 592H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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