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HDO 537N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,746 mi
Last recorded94,746 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDO 537N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 94,746 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 93,110 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear brake drum backplate damp

slightly low effort from nearside rear foot and handbrake

Pass 10 May 2011 89,317 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 87,929 miles

offside rear foot and handbrake slightly under powered

Pass 22 Feb 2008 87,433 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 87,433 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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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HDO 537N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HDO 537N, 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

How do I check the history of HDO 537N?

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What year was HDO 537N registered?

HDO 537N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 April 1975.

Is HDO 537N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDO 537N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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