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JVO 951K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,892 mi
Last recorded31,892 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVO 951K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2014 31,892 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 31,036 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 29,395 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 27,912 miles

slight lift in lower trunions

slight play steering u/j

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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JVO 951K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JVO 951K, 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 JVO 951K registered?

JVO 951K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 December 1971.

Is JVO 951K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVO 951K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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