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DTO 951L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,925 mi
Last recorded24,925 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTO 951L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,925 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 24,708 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 24,456 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 24,173 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,942 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 23,764 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,332 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 22,997 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 22,639 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 22,398 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 22,127 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 21,924 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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DTO 951L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DTO 951L, 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

How do I check the history of DTO 951L?

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What year was DTO 951L registered?

DTO 951L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is DTO 951L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTO 951L shows 12 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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