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SGS 485K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,648 mi
Last recorded39,648 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGS 485K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 39,648 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 39,062 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 39,062 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,123 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,740 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,778 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 35,459 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 35,361 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 35,628 miles

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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SGS 485K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 SGS 485K, 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 55 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 SGS 485K registered?

SGS 485K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 September 1971.

Is SGS 485K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGS 485K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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