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ADU 195J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,488 mi
Last recorded90,488 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADU 195J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 90,488 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,484 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 90,419 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 90,319 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 90,319 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 90,280 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 90,263 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 90,263 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 90,201 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 90,201 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 90,037 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 89,984 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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ADU 195J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ADU 195J, 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

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What year was ADU 195J registered?

ADU 195J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 July 1971.

Is ADU 195J safe to buy?

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