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GLM 125J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,794 mi
Last recorded9,794 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLM 125J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 9,794 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 9,644 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 9,042 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 8,952 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2013 8,684 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,515 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2012 8,515 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,866 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2010 7,236 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,508 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 5,785 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 4,916 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 4,627 miles

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

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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GLM 125J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GLM 125J, 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

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What year was GLM 125J registered?

GLM 125J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is GLM 125J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLM 125J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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