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AFV 508B

1964 Triumph Spitfire MK4

White Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,275 mi
Last recorded47,275 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFV 508B
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 47,275 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 47,275 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced nearside down (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 47,619 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 11,259 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK4?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
brake binding 32
Stop lamp not working 29
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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AFV 508B is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in White with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFV 508B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 62 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFV 508B?

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What year was AFV 508B registered?

AFV 508B is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 4 September 1964.

Is AFV 508B safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFV 508B shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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