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BXC 21K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,557 mi
Last recorded14,557 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBXC 21K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,557 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened The lower suspension joint looks siezed but no free play (2.4.G.1)

front and rear body wings corroded

Pass 6 May 2016 14,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 14,235 miles

play in s/rack mountings

Pass 10 May 2013 13,827 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 13,078 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 13,068 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 12,536 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 12,529 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 May 2009 12,164 miles

general body deteriation

Pass 8 May 2008 11,712 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 11,681 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 11,347 miles

fuel pipe clips insecure

Fail 10 Aug 2006 11,347 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

fuel pipe clips insecure

Pass 22 Apr 2005 11,141 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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BXC 21K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BXC 21K, 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 BXC 21K registered?

BXC 21K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is BXC 21K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BXC 21K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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