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FYX 331J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,886 mi
Last recorded12,886 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYX 331J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2010 12,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 12,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,839 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight corrosion at nearside lower rear panel

Pass 16 Aug 2008 12,677 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,541 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 12,075 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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FYX 331J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FYX 331J, 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 FYX 331J?

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What year was FYX 331J registered?

FYX 331J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 April 1971.

Is FYX 331J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYX 331J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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