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BXC 345K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,197 mi
Last recorded94,197 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBXC 345K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 94,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 93,066 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Jun 2016 92,565 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 92,255 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

n/s/f shockabsorber leaking

Pass 13 Mar 2015 90,909 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 89,007 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 88,810 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 87,867 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 86,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 86,231 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 85,749 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 85,748 miles

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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 345K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 345K, 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.

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What year was BXC 345K registered?

BXC 345K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is BXC 345K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BXC 345K shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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