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BDU 72K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,597 mi
Last recorded89,597 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDU 72K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2014 89,597 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 89,597 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 89,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 89,570 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 89,450 miles

offside floor has a split

Fail 5 Nov 2010 89,450 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside floor has a split

Pass 9 Nov 2007 86,270 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 86,258 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

steering has excess play , advised not to drive

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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BDU 72K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BDU 72K, 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 BDU 72K?

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What year was BDU 72K registered?

BDU 72K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 August 1971.

Is BDU 72K safe to buy?

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