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HDF 137L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,641 mi
Last recorded48,641 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2013
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDF 137L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2013 48,641 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 48,551 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 48,401 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 48,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 48,354 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 48,287 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 48,178 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 48,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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HDF 137L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 HDF 137L, 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 HDF 137L?

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What year was HDF 137L registered?

HDF 137L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 June 1973.

Is HDF 137L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDF 137L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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