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JXE 591K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,960 mi
Last recorded84,960 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJXE 591K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2022 84,960 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 84,816 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 84,663 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 84,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 84,238 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 84,067 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 83,758 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 83,286 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,071 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 82,886 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 82,681 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 82,303 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 81,965 miles

near side rear brake slower coming on than offside rear,advise inspection

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jun 2009 81,547 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 81,029 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 80,684 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 80,378 miles

play in steering rack,limited vision

slight chafe on off side rear brake hose

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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JXE 591K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 JXE 591K, 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 JXE 591K registered?

JXE 591K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 December 1971.

Is JXE 591K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JXE 591K shows 17 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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