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ONX 280F

1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,924 mi
Last recorded75,924 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK336,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONX 280F
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 75,924 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 75,764 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 75,763 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 75,539 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 75,202 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2013 75,202 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 74,801 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 74,313 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 73,697 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 73,279 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 72,621 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

play in o/s front and n/s front bottom trunions

Fail 9 Nov 2007 71,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 71,974 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 71,256 miles

play in nearside front lower suspension trunion joint

Pass 2 Nov 2005 70,387 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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ONX 280F is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 36,383 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ONX 280F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 59 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ONX 280F registered?

ONX 280F is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 8 December 1967.

Is ONX 280F safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONX 280F shows 15 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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