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KRX 648L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,290 mi
Last recorded28,290 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRX 648L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 28,290 miles

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 28,272 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 25,869 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 25,869 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 24,680 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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KRX 648L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KRX 648L, 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 KRX 648L?

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What year was KRX 648L registered?

KRX 648L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 September 1972.

Is KRX 648L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRX 648L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KRX 648L have outstanding finance?

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