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ABT 52K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,606 mi
Last recorded6,606 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABT 52K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 6,606 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 5,576 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 5,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 4,959 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 3,940 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,456 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 309 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 22 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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ABT 52K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 ABT 52K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABT 52K registered?

ABT 52K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is ABT 52K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABT 52K 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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