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FVK 801K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,101 mi
Last recorded46,101 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVK 801K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 46,101 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear area corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 46,078 miles

MINOR CORROSION TO BODY MOUNTING AREAS

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play STEERING TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 46,051 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 46,044 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 46,026 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 46,000 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 45,964 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 45,826 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 45,647 miles

Offside Rear Foot and handbrake performance poor

Pass 18 Apr 2017 45,533 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,418 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,258 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2015 45,258 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 45,174 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 44,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 44,647 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 44,647 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2011 44,584 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 44,584 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 44,547 miles

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Dec 2008 44,508 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,692 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 43,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 43,320 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 43,095 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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FVK 801K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FVK 801K, 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 FVK 801K registered?

FVK 801K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is FVK 801K safe to buy?

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