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KRL 579L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,979 mi
Last recorded5,979 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRL 579L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2017 5,979 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 May 2016 5,907 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 5,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 5,658 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 5,296 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,688 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 3,970 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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KRL 579L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 KRL 579L, 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 53 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 KRL 579L?

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What year was KRL 579L registered?

KRL 579L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 July 1973.

Is KRL 579L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRL 579L 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.

Does KRL 579L have outstanding finance?

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