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SBO 369M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,080 mi
Last recorded79,080 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBO 369M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 79,080 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 79,074 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure please check bearing also (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 77,593 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 77,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

slight missfire, oil pressure switch leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 76,969 miles

general corrosion showing over large areas of chassis

holes caused by corrosion on nearside rear quarter - non prescribed

Fail 29 May 2015 76,969 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

general corrosion showing over large areas of chassis

holes caused by corrosion on nearside rear quarter - non prescribed

Pass 5 Dec 2012 76,951 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 76,951 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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SBO 369M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SBO 369M, 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 SBO 369M?

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What year was SBO 369M registered?

SBO 369M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 April 1974.

Is SBO 369M safe to buy?

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