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AVC 257L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,346 mi
Last recorded16,346 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2009
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVC 257L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2009 16,346 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,600 miles

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

several corosion spots showing

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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AVC 257L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 AVC 257L, 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

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What year was AVC 257L registered?

AVC 257L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 October 1972.

Is AVC 257L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVC 257L shows 2 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 AVC 257L have outstanding finance?

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