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SGK 636V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

62,748 mi
Last recorded62,748 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 636V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 62,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 52,228 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 52,168 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 52,163 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Mar 2006 52,142 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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SGK 636V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 SGK 636V, 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 47 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 SGK 636V?

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What year was SGK 636V registered?

SGK 636V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is SGK 636V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGK 636V shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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