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XTC 601H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,591 mi
Last recorded75,591 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTC 601H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 75,591 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 75,569 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 75,557 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 75,547 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 75,498 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 75,441 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 75,369 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 75,260 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 75,252 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

vehicle coated with protective underseal [not allowing close inspection]

Pass 27 Jun 2014 75,158 miles

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

slight play in steering rack.

Pass 8 Jul 2013 75,094 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 75,067 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 75,011 miles

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 22 Jun 2011 74,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,636 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 74,448 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 74,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 74,394 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 74,394 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 74,394 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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XTC 601H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 XTC 601H, 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

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What year was XTC 601H registered?

XTC 601H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 April 1970.

Is XTC 601H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTC 601H shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTC 601H have outstanding finance?

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