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EAY 984K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,492 mi
Last recorded11,492 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAY 984K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 11,492 miles

minor blow from the exhaust

oil residue on the engine

slight corrosion to exhaust

Fail 24 Oct 2017 11,492 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

minor blow from the exhaust

oil residue on the engine

slight corrosion to exhaust

slight movement in o/s/f steering

Pass 19 Oct 2016 11,426 miles

corrosion to front section of the exhaust

oil residue on the engine

slight play in o/s/f steering

Pass 3 Nov 2015 11,422 miles

oil leak

slight corrosion to exhaust

Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,379 miles

oil residue on the engine and transmission

slight corrosion to exhaust

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Nov 2013 11,283 miles

slight corrosion to exhaust

Pass 2 Nov 2012 11,141 miles

slight corrosion to exhaust

Pass 2 Nov 2011 10,745 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2011 10,745 miles

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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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EAY 984K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EAY 984K, 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

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What year was EAY 984K registered?

EAY 984K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 June 1972.

Is EAY 984K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAY 984K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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