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280 HOC

1962 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,355 mi
Last recorded74,355 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration280 HOC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 74,355 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 74,354 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 73,951 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

slight play in offside front inner steering arm

Pass 20 Nov 2015 73,951 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 72,230 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 71,032 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 67,179 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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280 HOC is a 1962 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 280 HOC, 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 64 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 280 HOC?

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What year was 280 HOC registered?

280 HOC is a 1962 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 December 1962.

Is 280 HOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 280 HOC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 280 HOC have outstanding finance?

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