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GPE 346J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,814 mi
Last recorded93,814 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPE 346J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 93,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 93,735 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 93,704 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 May 2014 93,668 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 93,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 93,584 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 93,543 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight play in steering column lower joint

Pass 21 May 2010 93,479 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 93,479 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 May 2009 93,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 12 May 2008 93,335 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 93,065 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 93,065 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

some play in steering rack

Pass 6 May 2006 92,786 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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GPE 346J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GPE 346J, 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

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What year was GPE 346J registered?

GPE 346J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 July 1971.

Is GPE 346J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPE 346J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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