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OBR 462H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,649 mi
Last recorded79,649 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBR 462H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 79,649 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 79,649 miles

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed ignition coil (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed relay (1.9.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke cracked (4.2.A.1b)

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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OBR 462H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 OBR 462H, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBR 462H?

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What year was OBR 462H registered?

OBR 462H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 April 1970.

Is OBR 462H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBR 462H shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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