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XBF 605M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,842 mi
Last recorded70,842 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBF 605M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 70,842 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 70,801 miles

remould tyres fitted and all 4 have quite bad cracked/perished areas in one spot [appear close to seperation!]

Fail 6 May 2015 70,800 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

remould tyres fitted and all 4 have quite bad cracked/perished areas in one spot [appear close to seperation!]

Pass 8 May 2014 70,694 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 70,623 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 70,505 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 70,334 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 70,054 miles

both front flexi hoses rub on tyres in full lock

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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XBF 605M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XBF 605M, 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 XBF 605M?

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What year was XBF 605M registered?

XBF 605M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 March 1974.

Is XBF 605M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBF 605M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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