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DYW 136J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,548 mi
Last recorded79,548 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYW 136J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 79,548 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 79,546 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 79,490 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 79,459 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,443 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 79,429 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 79,351 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 79,325 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 79,249 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 79,085 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 79,018 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 78,878 miles

slight play in steering rack

slight play n/side/rear wheel bearing

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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DYW 136J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DYW 136J, 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

How do I check the history of DYW 136J?

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What year was DYW 136J registered?

DYW 136J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 October 1970.

Is DYW 136J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYW 136J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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