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GBJ 664T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

75,460 mi
Last recorded75,460 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBJ 664T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 75,460 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 74,965 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 74,696 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 74,359 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 74,115 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 73,998 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 73,607 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 72,938 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 72,546 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 71,977 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 71,977 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 70,983 miles

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 29 Sep 2010 70,454 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 70,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 69,772 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 69,408 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 69,145 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 69,045 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 68,808 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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GBJ 664T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 GBJ 664T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GBJ 664T?

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What year was GBJ 664T registered?

GBJ 664T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is GBJ 664T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBJ 664T shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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