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SFC 133J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,130 mi
Last recorded64,130 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 133J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 64,130 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 63,907 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 63,836 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 63,555 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 63,249 miles

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 63,249 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 63,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 63,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 62,870 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 62,637 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 62,637 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 62,001 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 60,072 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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SFC 133J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 SFC 133J, 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 55 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 SFC 133J registered?

SFC 133J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 March 1971.

Is SFC 133J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 133J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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