MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,739 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Rear rear brake binding Both sides (3.7.B.1)
Slight body corrosion
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GOS 550J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 GOS 550J, 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 GOS 550J?
You can check the full history of GOS 550J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was GOS 550J registered?
GOS 550J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is GOS 550J safe to buy?
The MOT history for GOS 550J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GOS 550J have outstanding finance?
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