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EYH 805J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,142 mi
Last recorded71,142 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYH 805J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 71,142 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 70,934 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 70,805 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 70,754 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 70,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 70,612 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 70,553 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 70,448 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 70,344 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 70,307 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 70,307 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,159 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 70,107 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 69,896 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 69,737 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 69,449 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 68,676 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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EYH 805J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EYH 805J, 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 EYH 805J?

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What year was EYH 805J registered?

EYH 805J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is EYH 805J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYH 805J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYH 805J have outstanding finance?

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