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FWX 796L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,806 mi
Last recorded10,806 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWX 796L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 10,806 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 10,308 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 9,557 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2016 9,547 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

play in both inner tie rods

Pass 25 Apr 2015 8,721 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 8,295 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 6,787 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 6,731 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,550 miles

brake fluid needs topping up

Pass 24 Mar 2011 3,794 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 3,742 miles

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 1,607 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 1,101 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 1,101 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 79 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 47,792 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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FWX 796L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FWX 796L, 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 FWX 796L?

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What year was FWX 796L registered?

FWX 796L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 August 1972.

Is FWX 796L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWX 796L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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