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XTX 765H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,354 mi
Last recorded19,354 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTX 765H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 19,354 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear suspect filler in sill

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear corrosion rear quater panel

Fail 22 May 2018 19,354 miles

Front Road wheel spigot mounting excessively worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel spigot mounting excessively worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear suspect filler in sill

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear corrosion rear quater panel

Pass 12 May 2017 19,246 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 18,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 17,064 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 17,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2013 17,021 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 16,768 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 16,741 miles

coolant hose rubbing engine mount.

nearside brake slight binding.

offside front inner rack joint has slight play.

offside rear brake slight binding.

Pass 10 May 2010 14,367 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 14,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 12,012 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 9,276 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 6,571 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 6,561 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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XTX 765H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XTX 765H, 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

How do I check the history of XTX 765H?

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What year was XTX 765H registered?

XTX 765H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 March 1970.

Is XTX 765H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTX 765H shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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