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DYH 242J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,293 mi
Last recorded86,293 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYH 242J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 86,293 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 86,271 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 86,266 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 86,179 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 86,118 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 85,650 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 85,642 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 85,633 miles

surface corosion underneath vehicle

Fail 28 Mar 2011 85,621 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 28 Mar 2011 85,621 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 31 Mar 2010 85,609 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 85,571 miles

all dust covers around steering in poor condition

Pass 13 Dec 2007 85,556 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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DYH 242J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DYH 242J, 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.

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What year was DYH 242J registered?

DYH 242J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 October 1970.

Is DYH 242J safe to buy?

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