MOT Status
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59,806 miAbove average mileage for this year
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nearside rear tyre bald on outer edge
offside rear tyre worn on outer edge
play in both front wheel bearings
slight play nearside front lower trunnion
slight play in both front wheel bearings & slight noise from offside front
Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
slight play in both front wheel bearings & slight noise from offside front
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BAC 778J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 BAC 778J, 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 BAC 778J?
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What year was BAC 778J registered?
BAC 778J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 February 1971.
Is BAC 778J safe to buy?
The MOT history for BAC 778J 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.
Does BAC 778J have outstanding finance?
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