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AUB 874E

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,274 mi
Last recorded47,274 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUB 874E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2019 47,274 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear slight bind on wheel

Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,866 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 46,808 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 46,669 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 46,652 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 46,639 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,225 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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AUB 874E is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 AUB 874E, 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 AUB 874E?

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What year was AUB 874E registered?

AUB 874E is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is AUB 874E safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUB 874E shows 7 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 AUB 874E have outstanding finance?

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