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ANU 891L

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,286 mi
Last recorded62,286 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANU 891L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2009 62,286 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

beam pattern from both front headlamps om limit of acceptability

both rear brake back plates damp

brake /clutch fluid present around both reservoirs,no visable leaks at time of test

heavy application of body filler /underseal to bothy outer sills

heavy application of underseal to all underbody areas & components

main underbody fuel hose perished,not leaking

offside outer sill corroded to excess not in pescribed area

play in nearside front wheel bearing on acceptable limit.

slight noise from exhaust

slight play in steering wheel

various oil leaks from engine/gearbox

Fail 18 Apr 2009 62,247 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

beam pattern from both front headlamps om limit of acceptability

both rear brake back plates damp

brake /clutch fluid present around both reservoirs,no visable leaks at time of test

heavy application of body filler /underseal to bothy outer sills

heavy application of underseal to all underbody areas & components

main underbody fuel hose perished,not leaking

offside outer sill corroded to excess not in pescribed area

slight noise from exhaust

slight play in steering wheel

various oil leaks from engine/gearbox

Pass 5 Apr 2008 61,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 60,992 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 60,554 miles

some corrosion to offside outer sill

Fail 27 Apr 2006 60,554 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

some corrosion to offside outer sill

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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ANU 891L is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ANU 891L, 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

How do I check the history of ANU 891L?

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What year was ANU 891L registered?

ANU 891L is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is ANU 891L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANU 891L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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