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DTO 953L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,814 mi
Last recorded24,814 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTO 953L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 24,814 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 24,790 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 24,536 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 24,536 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam both front (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 24,183 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 23,904 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 22,601 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 953L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 953L, 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 953L?

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What year was DTO 953L registered?

DTO 953L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is DTO 953L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTO 953L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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