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GOL 99L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,470 mi
Last recorded90,470 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOL 99L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 90,470 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 90,452 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2016 90,452 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 90,283 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 89,976 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 89,900 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 89,900 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2008 89,839 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 89,826 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 89,754 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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GOL 99L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GOL 99L, 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

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What year was GOL 99L registered?

GOL 99L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 January 1973.

Is GOL 99L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOL 99L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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