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KXC 38H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,363 mi
Last recorded86,363 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXC 38H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 86,363 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 86,073 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2013 85,979 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2012 85,865 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 85,845 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 85,806 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 85,758 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 85,659 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 85,411 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 85,240 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 85,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 85,079 miles

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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KXC 38H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 KXC 38H, 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 56 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 KXC 38H registered?

KXC 38H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is KXC 38H safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXC 38H shows 12 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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