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GMF 772J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,417 mi
Last recorded7,417 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMF 772J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 7,417 miles

non mandatory Main beam tell tale not working

Fail 10 Sep 2019 7,416 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

non mandatory Main beam tell tale not working

Pass 12 Apr 2017 7,291 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 7,127 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 6,816 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 6,816 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2013 6,193 miles

Advise to check all nuts and bolts.

Pass 20 Jun 2012 5,528 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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GMF 772J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GMF 772J, 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

How do I check the history of GMF 772J?

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What year was GMF 772J registered?

GMF 772J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 July 1971.

Is GMF 772J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMF 772J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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