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SFN 234M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,935 mi
Last recorded88,935 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFN 234M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 88,935 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 12 Jun 2009 88,930 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Jun 2008 88,703 miles

Oil leak

noise from n/s rear leaf spring

Fail 4 Jun 2008 88,703 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

noise from n/s rear leaf spring

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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SFN 234M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 SFN 234M, 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 SFN 234M registered?

SFN 234M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 June 1974.

Is SFN 234M safe to buy?

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