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GOX 599L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,300 mi
Last recorded79,300 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOX 599L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 79,300 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake is operational but needs adjusting

Pass 31 Aug 2024 79,270 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 79,243 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 79,169 miles

handbrake is operational but needs adjustment

Pass 24 Sep 2021 79,112 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 79,058 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 79,017 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 78,959 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 78,850 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 78,598 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 78,315 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 78,159 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 78,159 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 77,667 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 76,896 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 76,336 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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GOX 599L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GOX 599L, 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 GOX 599L?

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What year was GOX 599L registered?

GOX 599L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 March 1973.

Is GOX 599L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOX 599L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOX 599L have outstanding finance?

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