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JCW 650S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,255 mi
Last recorded60,255 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 650S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 60,255 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 59,957 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 59,381 miles

Both track rod end rubber boots deteriorated.

Engine has a minor oil leak.

Front tyres wearing on inside edge.

HC emissions only just within limits.

Slight play in n/s of steering rack.

Pass 30 Mar 2016 57,600 miles

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 55,704 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 55,699 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 55,255 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 54,878 miles

Oil leak

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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JCW 650S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 JCW 650S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JCW 650S registered?

JCW 650S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 June 1978.

Is JCW 650S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 650S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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