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JGF 240T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,873 mi
Last recorded51,873 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGF 240T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 51,873 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 51,688 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 51,495 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 51,495 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 51,416 miles

Hazard warning lamps flash rate very fast

Fail 11 Apr 2017 51,416 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play attachment to rack loose (2.1.5)

Hazard warning lamps flash rate very fast

Pass 14 Apr 2016 51,043 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 50,252 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 50,244 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)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2014 47,299 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 47,262 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 47,096 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 47,077 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 46,178 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 45,391 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 44,351 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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JGF 240T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 JGF 240T, 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 47 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 JGF 240T registered?

JGF 240T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 April 1979.

Is JGF 240T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGF 240T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JGF 240T have outstanding finance?

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