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DHW 467K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

5,565 mi
Last recorded5,565 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 467K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 5,565 miles

Bonnet has heavy corrosion to NS mounting bracket area

Rear brake pipes coated with rustproofing

Fail 18 Aug 2014 5,563 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Bonnet has heavy corrosion to NS mounting bracket area

Rear brake pipes coated with rustproofing

Pass 24 Jan 2013 5,267 miles

BATTERY INSECURE

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 5,261 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

BATTERY INSECURE

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

O/S FRONT BRAKE HOSE NEEDS RESETTING

brake pedal rubber weak

Pass 24 Nov 2011 4,732 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 4,717 miles

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 4,262 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 4,075 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 4,075 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DHW 467K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DHW 467K, 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 DHW 467K registered?

DHW 467K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 October 1971.

Is DHW 467K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 467K shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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