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JAO 79L

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,557 mi
Last recorded20,557 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAO 79L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2020 20,557 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Slight Play In Steering Rack

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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JAO 79L is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JAO 79L, 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 JAO 79L?

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What year was JAO 79L registered?

JAO 79L is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is JAO 79L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAO 79L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JAO 79L have outstanding finance?

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