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VVY 629J

1970 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,556 mi
Last recorded24,556 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK333,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVY 629J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,556 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 24,548 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,487 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 24,471 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 24,361 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 24,085 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 23,252 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

low effort from offside hand brake

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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VVY 629J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 33,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVY 629J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VVY 629J?

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What year was VVY 629J registered?

VVY 629J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is VVY 629J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVY 629J shows 7 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 VVY 629J have outstanding finance?

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