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FDH 543H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,822 mi
Last recorded4,822 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDH 543H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight unbalance on rear service brakes

Pass 25 Jul 2014 4,638 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear N/S wheel has resistance when turned by hand

Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,575 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s wiper fraying at edges

Pass 31 Jul 2012 4,396 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 4,191 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,894 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 3,572 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 3,125 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 2,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,024 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 2,020 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

under body heavily undersield

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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FDH 543H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 FDH 543H, 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 56 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 FDH 543H registered?

FDH 543H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 April 1970.

Is FDH 543H safe to buy?

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