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SVG 666K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

66,164 mi
Last recorded66,164 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVG 666K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 66,164 miles

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Pass 22 Oct 2016 66,158 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 66,112 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 65,962 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 65,675 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 65,453 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 65,193 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 64,862 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 64,392 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 64,114 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 63,778 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 63,765 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 63,536 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 63,202 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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SVG 666K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SVG 666K, 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

How do I check the history of SVG 666K?

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What year was SVG 666K registered?

SVG 666K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 August 1971.

Is SVG 666K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVG 666K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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