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DWJ 968H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,565 mi
Last recorded23,565 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWJ 968H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 23,565 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,435 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 20,964 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 20,017 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 19,005 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 18,182 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 17,080 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 15,879 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 15,244 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 15,240 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 14,342 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 13,237 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 12,230 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 11,667 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 11,662 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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DWJ 968H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DWJ 968H, 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 DWJ 968H registered?

DWJ 968H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 March 1970.

Is DWJ 968H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWJ 968H shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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