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ERK 965J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,023 mi
Last recorded79,023 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERK 965J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2020 79,023 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 78,341 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 77,945 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 77,745 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 77,472 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 77,272 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 77,177 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 76,926 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 76,850 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 76,743 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 76,671 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 76,593 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 76,394 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 75,874 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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ERK 965J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ERK 965J, 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

How do I check the history of ERK 965J?

You can check the full history of ERK 965J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ERK 965J registered?

ERK 965J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 April 1971.

Is ERK 965J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERK 965J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERK 965J have outstanding finance?

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