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BKP 558K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,418 mi
Last recorded9,418 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKP 558K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 9,418 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 8,991 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 8,530 miles

slight coolant leak

slight oil leak

Pass 18 May 2023 7,980 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 6,800 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 21 May 2019 6,800 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 6,255 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 5,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 5,598 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 5,313 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 4,851 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 4,628 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 4,174 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 3,779 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 3,373 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 2,458 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 1,789 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 1,157 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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BKP 558K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BKP 558K, 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 BKP 558K registered?

BKP 558K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 December 1971.

Is BKP 558K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKP 558K shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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