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GRE 789K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,078 mi
Last recorded99,078 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRE 789K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 99,078 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Cracks in all tyres

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Nov 2017 99,078 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Cracks in all tyres

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Aug 2017 99,077 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 May 2016 98,980 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 98,980 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 98,980 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 98,983 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 98,979 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 97,694 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 83,074 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 83,074 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 82,767 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 82,765 miles

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

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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GRE 789K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GRE 789K, 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 GRE 789K registered?

GRE 789K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is GRE 789K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRE 789K shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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