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OEB 429H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,730 mi
Last recorded2,730 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEB 429H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 2,730 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 2,389 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 1,997 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 711 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 705 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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OEB 429H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OEB 429H, 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

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What year was OEB 429H registered?

OEB 429H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 June 1970.

Is OEB 429H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEB 429H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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