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PKN 923R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

581 mi
Last recorded581 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKN 923R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 581 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 522 miles

SURFACE RUST STARTING ON ALL FLOORING AND CHASSIS

Pass 1 Dec 2016 525 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 393 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 393 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 305 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 305 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 497,784 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 49,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,326 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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PKN 923R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 PKN 923R, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PKN 923R?

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What year was PKN 923R registered?

PKN 923R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is PKN 923R safe to buy?

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