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HRB 96N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,392 mi
Last recorded96,392 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRB 96N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 96,392 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 96,161 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 95,867 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 95,602 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 94,965 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 94,951 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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HRB 96N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HRB 96N, 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

How do I check the history of HRB 96N?

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What year was HRB 96N registered?

HRB 96N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 March 1975.

Is HRB 96N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRB 96N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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