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FLG 752K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,214 mi
Last recorded49,214 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLG 752K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2017 49,214 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 48,875 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 48,649 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 48,387 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 48,102 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 47,907 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 47,597 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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FLG 752K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FLG 752K, 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 FLG 752K?

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What year was FLG 752K registered?

FLG 752K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 March 1972.

Is FLG 752K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLG 752K shows 7 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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