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OHK 542K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,261 mi
Last recorded85,261 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHK 542K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 85,261 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 84,796 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 84,624 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 84,350 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 84,350 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2007 84,342 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 84,204 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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OHK 542K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 OHK 542K, 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 OHK 542K registered?

OHK 542K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 October 1971.

Is OHK 542K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHK 542K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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