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HOK 54W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

52,955 mi
Last recorded52,955 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOK 54W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 52,955 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 52,043 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 50,998 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 5 Sep 2016 50,984 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 50,197 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 49,702 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 49,691 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Fail 6 May 2011 49,379 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 May 2011 49,379 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 49,360 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

O/S sill corroded at front

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 49,360 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

O/S sill corroded at front

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 45,320 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 45,320 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HOK 54W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 HOK 54W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HOK 54W registered?

HOK 54W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 November 1980.

Is HOK 54W safe to buy?

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