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EVK 455K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,709 mi
Last recorded10,709 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVK 455K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 10,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded signs of vehicle been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight underbody and chassis corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,811 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 7,708 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2013 7,443 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 6,394 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 5,957 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 5,492 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 5,003 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 4,774 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 4,744 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 4,622 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 4,338 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 4,338 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EVK 455K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EVK 455K, 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 EVK 455K registered?

EVK 455K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 November 1971.

Is EVK 455K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVK 455K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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