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GOF 50L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,611 mi
Last recorded80,611 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 50L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2018 80,611 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 80,589 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 80,583 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 80,567 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 80,518 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 80,470 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 80,197 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 79,567 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 79,517 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 79,391 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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GOF 50L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 GOF 50L, 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 53 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 GOF 50L?

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What year was GOF 50L registered?

GOF 50L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is GOF 50L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 50L shows 10 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 GOF 50L have outstanding finance?

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