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NCP 204J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Purple Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,381 mi
Last recorded81,381 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCP 204J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 81,381 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 91,064 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 79,540 miles

Nearside rear brake pipe mounting bracket fractured.

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Slight leak from front exhaust joint.

Fail 23 May 2019 70,533 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear brake pipe mounting bracket fractured.

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Slight leak from front exhaust joint.

Pass 3 May 2018 77,728 miles

Crack in o/s headlamp bulb.

Front seats slightly insecure.

Fail 3 May 2018 77,728 miles

Crack in o/s headlamp bulb.

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front seats slightly insecure.

Pass 2 May 2017 76,540 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2017 76,540 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 5 May 2016 75,858 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 75,219 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 75,219 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 73,838 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 73,779 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 May 2013 73,292 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2013 73,292 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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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NCP 204J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Purple with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NCP 204J, 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.

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What year was NCP 204J registered?

NCP 204J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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