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CTR 650K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,323 mi
Last recorded21,323 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTR 650K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,323 miles

Both rear brakes binding very slightly and may require adjustment

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Non adjusting competition seat fitted

Unexpectedly low service brake effort on both rear wheels, competition brake balance bar fitted and may require adjustment

Vehicle is fitted with competition cage and racing modifications, hence tested as competition rally car, capable of being driven on public highway

Fail 13 Jun 2014 21,323 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4) DANGEROUS

Non adjusting competition seat fitted

Unexpectedly low service brake effort on both rear wheels, competition brake balance bar fitted and may require adjustment

Vehicle is fitted with competition cage and racing modifications, hence tested as competition rally car, capable of being driven on public highway

Pass 21 Sep 2010

Fitted with only one seat and seatbelt

Vehicle not intended to be used before dawn or after dusk

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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CTR 650K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 CTR 650K, 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 CTR 650K registered?

CTR 650K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 March 1972.

Is CTR 650K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTR 650K shows 3 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.

Does CTR 650K have outstanding finance?

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