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MVL 912J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,473 mi
Last recorded31,473 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVL 912J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,473 miles

f/o/s tyre noted slightly perished and 3mm tread left

n/s/f chassi noted slightly damaged and rusty

nail in o/s/f tyre

slight play noted in f/n/s wheel bearing

Fail 29 Jul 2011 31,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

f/o/s tyre noted slightly perished and 3mm tread left

n/s/f chassi noted slightly damaged and rusty

nail in o/s/f tyre

rear wheels noted stiff to turn

slight play noted in f/n/s wheel bearing

Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,364 miles

f/o/s tyre perished on tread

front shock absorber lower bushes perished

headlight patterns poor

indicators slightly slow

rear suspension link/radius arms rusty

slight oil leak noted from engine

slight oil leak noted from gearbox

Fail 26 Apr 2010 31,364 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

f/o/s tyre perished on tread

front shock absorber lower bushes perished

headlight patterns poor

indicators slightly slow

rear suspension link/radius arms rusty

slight oil leak noted from engine

slight oil leak noted from gearbox

Pass 4 Apr 2009 31,197 miles

Both of the engine mounts are split and require replacing.

Both of the front tyres are perrished.

Slight oil leak noted from the diff.

Pass 12 Feb 2008 30,663 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Feb 2007 29,814 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 29,814 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 29,811 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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MVL 912J 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 55.6%.

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 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 MVL 912J, 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

How do I check the history of MVL 912J?

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What year was MVL 912J registered?

MVL 912J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 March 1971.

Is MVL 912J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVL 912J shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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