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HPG 172K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,905 mi
Last recorded90,905 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPG 172K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,905 miles

heavily undersealed )

Fail 19 Sep 2017 90,905 miles

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 )

Pass 24 Sep 2016 90,888 miles

Heavily undersealed underneath vehicle

Fail 21 Sep 2016 90,884 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 90,808 miles

Underside heavily undersealed

Fail 21 Sep 2015 90,804 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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