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FMH 309J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,523 mi
Last recorded94,523 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMH 309J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 94,523 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 94,362 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 93,767 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 93,439 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 93,408 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 93,394 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 93,341 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 93,329 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 93,326 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Advise oil leak

Advise water pump leaking

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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FMH 309J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FMH 309J, 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 FMH 309J?

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What year was FMH 309J registered?

FMH 309J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 October 1970.

Is FMH 309J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMH 309J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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