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FYM 700J

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,802 mi
Last recorded50,802 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYM 700J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 50,802 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 50,786 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2006 50,721 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 50,721 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FYM 700J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYM 700J, 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 FYM 700J?

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What year was FYM 700J registered?

FYM 700J is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 October 1970.

Is FYM 700J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYM 700J shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYM 700J have outstanding finance?

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