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GGJ 333X

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,442 mi
Last recorded32,442 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2010
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGJ 333X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2010 32,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise slight play in nsf steering rack

Pass 22 Apr 2009 32,337 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 32,121 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 32,121 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 31,939 miles

oil leak

Fail 12 Jun 2006 31,939 miles

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

oil leak

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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GGJ 333X is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 GGJ 333X, 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 47 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 GGJ 333X?

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What year was GGJ 333X registered?

GGJ 333X is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GGJ 333X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGJ 333X shows 6 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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