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DAP 253K

1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,464 mi
Last recorded19,464 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK448,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAP 253K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 19,464 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 19,451 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 19,443 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 19,429 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 19,364 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 19,244 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 19,237 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 19,182 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 19,010 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 18,875 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 18,497 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,241 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,023 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 18,013 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 17,954 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,713 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 16,664 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 14,929 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 12,643 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2005 10,247 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK4?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
brake binding 32
Stop lamp not working 29
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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DAP 253K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 48,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DAP 253K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DAP 253K?

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What year was DAP 253K registered?

DAP 253K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 3 March 1972.

Is DAP 253K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAP 253K shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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