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HGK 598K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,005 mi
Last recorded8,005 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGK 598K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,005 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 7,858 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 7,627 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 7,438 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 7,231 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,011 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 6,724 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 29 May 2009 6,594 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,532 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 6,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 6,361 miles

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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HGK 598K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,542 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 HGK 598K, 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 54 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 HGK 598K registered?

HGK 598K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 April 1972.

Is HGK 598K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGK 598K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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