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NIJ 2020

1985 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,182 mi
Last recorded49,182 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIJ 2020
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2017 49,182 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 49,112 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 48,988 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,936 miles

Nearside Front Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 48,901 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 48,827 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 48,703 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 48,569 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 48,237 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 47,931 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 47,423 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 47,040 miles

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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NIJ 2020 is a 1985 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NIJ 2020, 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 41 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NIJ 2020?

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What year was NIJ 2020 registered?

NIJ 2020 is a 1985 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 March 1985.

Is NIJ 2020 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIJ 2020 shows 12 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 NIJ 2020 have outstanding finance?

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