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SJK 725S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,706 mi
Last recorded28,706 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJK 725S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 28,706 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 28,537 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing 0n outer edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Mar 2017 28,463 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Mar 2016 28,262 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2015 28,091 miles

Oil leak

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 3 Apr 2014 27,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

emissions just within the limits

Pass 6 Apr 2013 27,676 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 27,599 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 27,599 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 1 May 2009 27,584 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,532 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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SJK 725S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 SJK 725S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJK 725S?

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What year was SJK 725S registered?

SJK 725S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 April 1978.

Is SJK 725S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJK 725S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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