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WJD 715M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,007 mi
Last recorded15,007 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJD 715M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,007 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 15,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 13,808 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,221 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 11,783 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 10,598 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside inner sill starting to show signs of corrosion

parking brake lever near end of travel

Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,430 miles

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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WJD 715M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WJD 715M, 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

How do I check the history of WJD 715M?

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What year was WJD 715M registered?

WJD 715M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 28 March 1974.

Is WJD 715M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJD 715M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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