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BUJ 92K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,602 mi
Last recorded88,602 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUJ 92K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 88,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

drivers seat belt slightly frayed

near side front hub bearing slightly noisy

Pass 20 Sep 2010 88,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing.

Pass 20 Aug 2009 87,272 miles

0ffside floor repair section under sealed not able to check welding.

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 86,163 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

off side floor section seam sealed not allowing full corrosion inspection

Fail 29 Aug 2008 86,163 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

off side floor section seam sealed not allowing full corrosion inspection

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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BUJ 92K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BUJ 92K, 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 BUJ 92K registered?

BUJ 92K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 December 1971.

Is BUJ 92K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUJ 92K shows 5 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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