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GGX 698N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,622 mi
Last recorded80,622 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGX 698N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 80,622 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 80,590 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 80,581 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all tyres slightly cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2007 80,542 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 80,492 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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GGX 698N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 GGX 698N, 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 52 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 GGX 698N?

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What year was GGX 698N registered?

GGX 698N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 October 1974.

Is GGX 698N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGX 698N shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGX 698N have outstanding finance?

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