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AKP 963K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Pink Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,589 mi
Last recorded11,589 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKP 963K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 11,589 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

rear exhaust mount deteriated

Pass 13 May 2013 11,463 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2012 11,401 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 18 May 2012 11,399 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 11,333 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 11,331 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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AKP 963K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Pink with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AKP 963K, 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 AKP 963K registered?

AKP 963K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 September 1971.

Is AKP 963K safe to buy?

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