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TBX 344K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,780 mi
Last recorded73,780 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBX 344K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 73,780 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 73,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

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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TBX 344K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 TBX 344K, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TBX 344K registered?

TBX 344K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 August 1971.

Is TBX 344K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBX 344K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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