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HFH 260N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,771 mi
Last recorded82,771 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFH 260N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 82,771 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 82,479 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 81,802 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 80,847 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 80,426 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 80,281 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,760 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 79,239 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,654 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 77,654 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 76,922 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 76,528 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 76,199 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 76,171 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 75,455 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 75,455 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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HFH 260N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HFH 260N, 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 HFH 260N?

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What year was HFH 260N registered?

HFH 260N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 March 1975.

Is HFH 260N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFH 260N shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFH 260N have outstanding finance?

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