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SPH 355M

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPH 355M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009
Fail 30 Mar 2009

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 74,598 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 31 Oct 2006 74,574 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

front number plate cracked

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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SPH 355M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SPH 355M, 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 SPH 355M?

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What year was SPH 355M registered?

SPH 355M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is SPH 355M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPH 355M shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPH 355M have outstanding finance?

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