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OJO 407H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

37,758 mi
Last recorded37,758 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJO 407H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 37,758 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 37,749 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 37,429 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 37,089 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play lower trunion (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 37,087 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play lower trunion (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,527 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 36,137 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 35,915 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jul 2013 35,914 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 35,914 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

drain holed enlarged on rear of n/s/r sill

Pass 29 Jun 2011 35,914 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 35,914 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 35,914 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 35,914 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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OJO 407H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 OJO 407H, 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 OJO 407H?

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What year was OJO 407H registered?

OJO 407H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 June 1970.

Is OJO 407H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJO 407H shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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