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JOG 27W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,730 mi
Last recorded39,730 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOG 27W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 39,730 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2024 39,515 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 38,698 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 38,561 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

rear brakes both binding slightly,detected when rotating rear wheels

Pass 4 Apr 2019 38,137 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 38,137 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,638 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 37,638 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,313 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 37,313 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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JOG 27W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JOG 27W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JOG 27W?

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What year was JOG 27W registered?

JOG 27W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is JOG 27W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOG 27W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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