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PDK 13H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

5,022 mi
Last recorded5,022 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDK 13H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 5,022 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 4,919 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 4,830 miles

indicater stalk weak

Pass 22 Jun 2012 4,575 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 4,575 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 4,402 miles

small amount of play in nearside front wheel bearing. fault developing in offside rear suspension when brake applied.

Pass 3 Jul 2009 4,224 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 3,842 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 3,842 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 3,631 miles

charging system not working and battery flat

fan belt excessively worn and loose

Fail 30 Apr 2007 3,631 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

charging system not working and battery flat

fan belt excessively worn and loose

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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PDK 13H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PDK 13H, 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 PDK 13H registered?

PDK 13H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 February 1970.

Is PDK 13H safe to buy?

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