MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,550 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
battery clamp tightened
front brake balance only just passed & requires attension
steering lock inoperative
battery clamp tightened
front brake balance only just passed & requires attension
steering lock inoperative
Oil leak
slight oil leak from rear axle
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
slight oil leak from rear axle
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XNJ 50J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 XNJ 50J, 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
How do I check the history of XNJ 50J?
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What year was XNJ 50J registered?
XNJ 50J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is XNJ 50J safe to buy?
The MOT history for XNJ 50J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XNJ 50J have outstanding finance?
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