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HFU 37N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

98,282 mi
Last recorded98,282 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFU 37N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 98,282 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 98,281 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2014 97,616 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 97,614 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2006 97,607 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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HFU 37N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HFU 37N, 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 HFU 37N?

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What year was HFU 37N registered?

HFU 37N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is HFU 37N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFU 37N shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFU 37N have outstanding finance?

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