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AOD 482L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,436 mi
Last recorded81,436 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOD 482L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2017 81,436 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 81,078 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 81,066 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 81,049 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 81,024 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 80,977 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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AOD 482L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,542 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 AOD 482L, 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 54 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 AOD 482L?

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What year was AOD 482L registered?

AOD 482L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is AOD 482L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOD 482L shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AOD 482L have outstanding finance?

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