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SJG 464N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,229 mi
Last recorded83,229 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJG 464N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 83,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 83,158 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 83,089 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 83,021 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 82,919 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 82,866 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 82,785 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 82,707 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 82,636 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 82,631 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 82,513 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 82,390 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 82,146 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 81,974 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 81,813 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 81,647 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 81,403 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 81,111 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 80,682 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 80,272 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 79,905 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 79,537 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 79,528 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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SJG 464N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 SJG 464N, 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 52 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 SJG 464N registered?

SJG 464N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 August 1974.

Is SJG 464N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJG 464N shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJG 464N have outstanding finance?

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