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740 MAO

1964 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,208 mi
Last recorded16,208 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1964 Triumph Spitfire43,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration740 MAO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1964
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2014 16,208 miles

Both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 23 May 2013 16,099 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,855 miles

Front Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 15,843 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 15,470 miles

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

this vehicle has had extensive welding

Pass 23 Aug 2006 14,826 miles

hand brake will require attention soon nearside

indicators slightly slow on tick over

nearside front wing corroded tape covering sharp edges

offside and nearside front inner wings corroded and nearside side lamp and indicator slightly insecure

outer door sills starting to corrode no seat belts fitted

slight wear in steering rack

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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740 MAO is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 43,360 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 740 MAO, 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 62 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 740 MAO registered?

740 MAO is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is 740 MAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 740 MAO shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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