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FMV 594J

1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,659 mi
Last recorded14,659 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK358,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMV 594J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 14,659 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,405 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 14,405 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 9,289 miles

slight blow from exhaust system

Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,558 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 685 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 9 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front dust cover on track rod split

Fail 2 Aug 2010 3 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front dust cover on track rod split

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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FMV 594J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 58,011 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMV 594J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMV 594J registered?

FMV 594J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 5 February 1971.

Is FMV 594J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMV 594J shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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