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FLY 239J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,451 mi
Last recorded22,451 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLY 239J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,451 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 22,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 21,580 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 20,340 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 18,994 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 18,255 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 18,255 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 17,853 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,344 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 16,508 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 15,890 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 14,512 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 14,066 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 13,567 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 11,354 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 11,354 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

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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FLY 239J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FLY 239J, 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

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What year was FLY 239J registered?

FLY 239J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 February 1971.

Is FLY 239J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLY 239J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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