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PLK 21E

1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,579 mi
Last recorded12,579 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK336,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLK 21E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 12,579 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 12,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 11,733 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Fail 20 Jul 2016 11,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Pass 2 Jul 2015 10,890 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 9,545 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,610 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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PLK 21E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 36,383 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 MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLK 21E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 59 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLK 21E registered?

PLK 21E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 5 June 1967.

Is PLK 21E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLK 21E shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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