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SNK 390M

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,086 mi
Last recorded75,086 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNK 390M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 75,086 miles

Oil leak ()

fuel cap seal starting to perrish

nearside and offside seat runners worn

Fail 23 Jun 2017 75,086 miles

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated nearside and offside (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak ()

fuel cap seal starting to perrish

nearside and offside seat runners worn

Pass 21 Jun 2016 74,096 miles

n/s headlamp just met pattern criteria ./

n/s/ outer track rod end gaiter perished ./

sligh sponginess on brake pedal ./

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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SNK 390M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 SNK 390M, 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 53 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 SNK 390M?

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What year was SNK 390M registered?

SNK 390M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 August 1973.

Is SNK 390M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNK 390M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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