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YYF 339H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

52,510 mi
Last recorded52,510 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYF 339H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 52,510 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 52,483 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 52,453 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,343 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 52,199 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,040 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 51,850 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 51,451 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 50,780 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 50,780 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,460 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 50,239 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 50,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front floor pan corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2006 49,328 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 49,328 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 47,660 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 47,343 miles

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

advise both front upper ball joint gaiters missing

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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YYF 339H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YYF 339H, 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

How do I check the history of YYF 339H?

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What year was YYF 339H registered?

YYF 339H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 March 1970.

Is YYF 339H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYF 339H shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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