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GTB 935N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

89,083 mi
Last recorded89,083 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTB 935N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 89,083 miles

Vehicle has had extensive welding and is undersealed

Fail 5 Jul 2012 89,076 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle has had extensive welding and is undersealed

Fail 23 Jun 2012 89,069 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Vehicle has had extensive welding and is undersealed

Fail 16 Jun 2012 89,062 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Battery insecure

Vehicle has had extensive welding and is undersealed

Pass 14 Jun 2011 89,014 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 89,014 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 89,008 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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GTB 935N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 59,293 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GTB 935N, 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 51 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 GTB 935N?

You can check the full history of GTB 935N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GTB 935N registered?

GTB 935N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 January 1975.

Is GTB 935N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTB 935N shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GTB 935N have outstanding finance?

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