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DUL 224J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,362 mi
Last recorded36,362 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUL 224J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 36,362 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 34,085 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 31,675 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 29,706 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wiper blades worn

Pass 21 Feb 2013 27,078 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 25,928 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 23,395 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 20,476 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 20,476 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DUL 224J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DUL 224J, 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

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What year was DUL 224J registered?

DUL 224J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 September 1970.

Is DUL 224J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUL 224J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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