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BTR 72W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,713 mi
Last recorded80,713 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTR 72W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2018 80,713 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 80,705 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 80,655 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 80,618 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 80,557 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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BTR 72W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 BTR 72W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTR 72W?

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What year was BTR 72W registered?

BTR 72W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is BTR 72W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTR 72W shows 5 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 BTR 72W have outstanding finance?

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