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XRP 511J

1970 Triumph Spitfire MK4

Multi-colour Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,256 mi
Last recorded11,256 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRP 511J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1970
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,256 miles

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged. Ply cord not exposed

Pass 3 Sep 2007 9,520 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jun 2007 9,455 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,095 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK4?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
brake binding 32
Stop lamp not working 29
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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XRP 511J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in Multi-colour with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRP 511J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRP 511J?

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What year was XRP 511J registered?

XRP 511J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 3 December 1970.

Is XRP 511J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRP 511J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRP 511J have outstanding finance?

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