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GOA 864N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,707 mi
Last recorded12,707 miles
Recorded on22 May 2006
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOA 864N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2006 12,707 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 12,700 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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GOA 864N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GOA 864N, 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 GOA 864N?

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What year was GOA 864N registered?

GOA 864N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 October 1974.

Is GOA 864N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOA 864N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOA 864N have outstanding finance?

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