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AUR 216N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Bronze Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,502 mi
Last recorded77,502 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUR 216N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 77,502 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 77,500 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 77,361 miles

indicaters flash at different speeds side to side

Fail 4 Jul 2017 77,361 miles

Central Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

fuel pipe loose at rear floor

heavy fuel smell in boot.

indicaters flash at different speeds side to side

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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AUR 216N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Bronze with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 AUR 216N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUR 216N?

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What year was AUR 216N registered?

AUR 216N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 September 1974.

Is AUR 216N safe to buy?

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