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JLH 268K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,287 mi
Last recorded60,287 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLH 268K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 60,287 miles

Nearside Front corrosion at front by bumper mount

Offside Front corrosion at front by bumper mount

Fail 19 Mar 2021 60,278 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by tie rod (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front corrosion at front by bumper mount

Offside Front corrosion at front by bumper mount

Pass 2 May 2019 60,134 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 59,950 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 58,408 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,600 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 57,421 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 55,868 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 54,533 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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JLH 268K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JLH 268K, 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

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What year was JLH 268K registered?

JLH 268K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 September 1971.

Is JLH 268K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLH 268K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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