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AKD 252K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,405 mi
Last recorded14,405 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKD 252K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2017 14,405 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 14,206 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,785 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 13,227 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 12,940 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 12,115 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 11,760 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 11,123 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 10,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 10,194 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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AKD 252K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AKD 252K, 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

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What year was AKD 252K registered?

AKD 252K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is AKD 252K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKD 252K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKD 252K have outstanding finance?

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