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PRL 821G

1969 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,201 mi
Last recorded8,201 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1969 Triumph Spitfire MK340,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRL 821G
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,201 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 8,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 7,869 miles

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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PRL 821G is a 1969 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 40,631 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 PRL 821G, 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 57 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRL 821G?

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What year was PRL 821G registered?

PRL 821G is a 1969 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 8 January 1969.

Is PRL 821G safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRL 821G shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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