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PUX 305M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,969 mi
Last recorded3,969 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2010
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUX 305M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2010 3,969 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 3,969 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Both rear outer tyre walls perished

ignition wiring gets very hot (inspection advised)

Pass 3 May 2007 90,885 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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PUX 305M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PUX 305M, 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 PUX 305M?

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What year was PUX 305M registered?

PUX 305M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 May 1974.

Is PUX 305M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUX 305M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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