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KTF 135K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

34,484 mi
Last recorded34,484 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTF 135K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 34,484 miles

body rusting

front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 1 Jul 2013 34,481 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

centre gear box tunnel deterated fire hazzed

wiring loom loose hanging down on nearside front suspension

Pass 6 Jul 2012 33,955 miles

battery insicure

Fail 28 Jun 2012 33,905 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

battery insicure

Pass 25 May 2011 33,452 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Fail 19 May 2011 33,449 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 May 2010 32,773 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 May 2010 32,773 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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 Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside inner u/j worn

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 31,967 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 31,963 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 31,818 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 31,818 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 31,818 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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KTF 135K 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 46.2%.

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 KTF 135K, 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 KTF 135K registered?

KTF 135K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 January 1972.

Is KTF 135K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTF 135K shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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