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JEL 115N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

3,010 mi
Last recorded3,010 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEL 115N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 3,010 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2025 3,010 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 98,928 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 97,382 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 97,251 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 97,050 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 96,580 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 95,900 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 95,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 95,523 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 94,961 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2014 94,947 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2013 94,385 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 93,624 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 92,939 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 92,950 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

OFF SIDE REAR FOG LIGHT NOT WORKING BUT NOT REQUIRED FOR MOT DUE TO AGE IE BEFORE 1980

Pass 20 Nov 2010 92,789 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 9 Nov 2009 92,494 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 92,477 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Advise: fuel filler cap seal beginning to crack,

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

Pass 23 May 2008 92,050 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 92,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 91,878 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 91,614 miles

Advise: Rear brakes binding slightly

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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JEL 115N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 JEL 115N, 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

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What year was JEL 115N registered?

JEL 115N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is JEL 115N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEL 115N shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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