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GWK 352N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,618 mi
Last recorded83,618 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWK 352N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 83,618 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 83,618 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation all lamps (1.1.A.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 83,068 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 82,516 miles

Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 81,957 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 81,468 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 80,541 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 79,707 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 78,559 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

water leak from engine

Pass 10 Jul 2009 76,424 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 74,084 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 71,461 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 68,397 miles

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

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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GWK 352N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 59,293 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 GWK 352N, 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 51 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 GWK 352N registered?

GWK 352N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1975.

Is GWK 352N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWK 352N 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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