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ATA 396L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,096 mi
Last recorded97,096 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATA 396L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 97,096 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 97,091 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 97,037 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 97,037 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 96,975 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 96,929 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 96,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 96,673 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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ATA 396L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ATA 396L, 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 ATA 396L?

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What year was ATA 396L registered?

ATA 396L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is ATA 396L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATA 396L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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