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MEX 318H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,644 mi
Last recorded57,644 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEX 318H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2012 57,644 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 56,753 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 56,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 56,654 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 56,394 miles

at rear of off side sill slite gape between inner sill and wing should be no gap as per other side.

both frount head ligh aim little low (spitfire comon problem)

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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MEX 318H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 MEX 318H, 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 56 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEX 318H registered?

MEX 318H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 May 1970.

Is MEX 318H safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEX 318H shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEX 318H have outstanding finance?

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