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OFE 225K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Grey Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,141 mi
Last recorded97,141 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFE 225K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 97,141 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 97,141 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 96,922 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 96,922 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 96,747 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 96,694 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 96,599 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 96,599 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 96,218 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 96,119 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 96,080 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 95,907 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 95,907 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 95,462 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 95,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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OFE 225K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Grey with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OFE 225K, 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

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What year was OFE 225K registered?

OFE 225K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 June 1971.

Is OFE 225K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFE 225K shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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