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TKR 230H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,858 mi
Last recorded63,858 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKR 230H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 63,858 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 63,716 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 63,450 miles

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 63,450 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 63,268 miles

Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 62,722 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 61,367 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 60,303 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 59,312 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 58,687 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 58,684 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rubber boots missing on n/s and o/s front suspension upper ball joints.

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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TKR 230H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 TKR 230H, 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 56 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 TKR 230H?

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What year was TKR 230H registered?

TKR 230H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 February 1970.

Is TKR 230H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKR 230H shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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