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LPC 205D

1966 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,253 mi
Last recorded18,253 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1966 Triumph Spitfire40,787 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 205D
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 18,253 miles
Fail 1 May 2014

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,179 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 18,179 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

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

o/s and n/s inner sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2007 17,746 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 17,710 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LPC 205D is a 1966 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1966 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 40,787 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LPC 205D, 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 60 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 LPC 205D registered?

LPC 205D is a 1966 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 January 1966.

Is LPC 205D safe to buy?

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