MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,730 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
handbrake lever loose
handbrake lever loose
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EKV 559L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 EKV 559L, 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 53 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 EKV 559L registered?
EKV 559L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 April 1973.
Is EKV 559L safe to buy?
The MOT history for EKV 559L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EKV 559L have outstanding finance?
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