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GUB 435K

1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,672 mi
Last recorded30,672 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK448,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUB 435K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 30,672 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 30,605 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 30,528 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 30,528 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel adjust cable (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 30,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 30,011 miles

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK4?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
brake binding 32
Stop lamp not working 29
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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GUB 435K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 48,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUB 435K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GUB 435K registered?

GUB 435K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is GUB 435K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUB 435K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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