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PVO 358M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,424 mi
Last recorded9,424 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVO 358M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 9,424 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 9,109 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 8,538 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 7,957 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 7,429 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 7,428 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 7,387 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 7,334 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 30 Jul 2015 6,987 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 31 Jul 2014 6,770 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 6,602 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front flexi hoses close to steering rack

parking brake cables close to body

Pass 4 Aug 2012 5,877 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 5,075 miles

slight play in both lower trunions

Pass 7 Aug 2010 4,330 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 3,874 miles

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 3,231 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 2,891 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 2,663 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

slight movement in steering rack bushes

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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PVO 358M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 PVO 358M, 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

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What year was PVO 358M registered?

PVO 358M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 July 1974.

Is PVO 358M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVO 358M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVO 358M have outstanding finance?

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