MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,905 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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heavily undersealed )
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
heavily undersealed )
Heavily undersealed underneath vehicle
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Both rear tyres perished
Heavily undersealed underneath vehicle
Underside heavily undersealed
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) chafing road wheel (2.2.D.2b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Underside heavily undersealed
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HPG 172K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 HPG 172K, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of HPG 172K?
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What year was HPG 172K registered?
HPG 172K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 October 1971.
Is HPG 172K safe to buy?
The MOT history for HPG 172K shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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