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NKJ 621M

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,543 mi
Last recorded98,543 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKJ 621M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 98,543 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 97,887 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 97,471 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 97,471 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2014 97,217 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 96,525 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 95,199 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 93,988 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 6 May 2010 92,618 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise osr & nsr drive shaft couplings , bolts insecure

Fail 6 May 2010 92,618 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise osr & nsr drive shaft couplings , bolts insecure

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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NKJ 621M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 NKJ 621M, 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 53 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 NKJ 621M registered?

NKJ 621M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NKJ 621M safe to buy?

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