MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Oil leak
Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FKM 538L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red 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 FKM 538L, 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 FKM 538L?
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What year was FKM 538L registered?
FKM 538L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 September 1972.
Is FKM 538L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FKM 538L 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 FKM 538L have outstanding finance?
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