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EKV 559L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,730 mi
Last recorded73,730 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKV 559L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2015 73,730 miles

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

handbrake lever loose

Pass 7 Jul 2015 73,730 miles

handbrake lever loose

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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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

How do I check the history of EKV 559L?

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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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