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HRC 702N

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,041 mi
Last recorded54,041 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRC 702N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2010 54,041 miles

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

n/s rear brake is sticking slightly

Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,964 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 53,878 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 53,760 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 53,598 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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HRC 702N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HRC 702N, 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 HRC 702N registered?

HRC 702N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 March 1975.

Is HRC 702N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRC 702N shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HRC 702N have outstanding finance?

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