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TBL 590M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,937 mi
Last recorded45,937 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBL 590M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 45,937 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2026 45,848 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,154 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 45,088 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 44,786 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 43,634 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 43,610 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 43,610 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 43,577 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 43,551 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 43,534 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Jul 2012 43,493 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 43,322 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 43,186 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 42,869 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 42,812 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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TBL 590M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 TBL 590M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TBL 590M?

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What year was TBL 590M registered?

TBL 590M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 March 1974.

Is TBL 590M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBL 590M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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