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GBD 840B

1964 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,790 mi
Last recorded67,790 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1964 Triumph Spitfire43,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 840B
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 67,790 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 67,726 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 17 May 2022 67,721 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 17 Aug 2018 67,700 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

wax oil grease all pipes underbody

Fail 17 Aug 2018 67,700 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

wax oil grease all pipes underbody

Pass 15 Jun 2013 67,626 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 67,516 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 67,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 67,324 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

slight lift in offside front bottom trunnion

Pass 21 May 2007 66,595 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 66,595 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GBD 840B is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1964 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 43,360 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 GBD 840B, 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 62 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 GBD 840B?

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What year was GBD 840B registered?

GBD 840B is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 March 1964.

Is GBD 840B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 840B shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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