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HPG 642N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,506 mi
Last recorded65,506 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPG 642N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 65,506 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 65,261 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 65,087 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 64,701 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion on o/s outer sill

slight lift in o/s/f lower trunnion

Fail 2 Oct 2014 64,701 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion on o/s outer sill

slight lift in o/s/f lower trunnion

Fail 20 Aug 2013 64,344 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 64,344 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 64,270 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

only interior mirror fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2012 64,270 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

only interior mirror fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2010 62,570 miles

Oil leak

slight lift in both front suspension lower trunnions

Pass 15 Jul 2009 60,413 miles

long handbrake travel

slight wear in both front lower trunnions

Fail 15 Jul 2009 60,413 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

long handbrake travel

slight wear in both front lower trunnions

Pass 15 Jul 2008 59,447 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 56,755 miles

1 steering rack fixing mounting rubbers worn 2 rear suspension trunion bushes wearing 3 lower steering coupling wearing recommend replacements

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 642N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 HPG 642N, 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

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What year was HPG 642N registered?

HPG 642N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 March 1975.

Is HPG 642N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPG 642N shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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