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LLW 609K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,401 mi
Last recorded61,401 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLW 609K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 61,401 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 61,260 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 61,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 61,030 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 61,030 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 60,991 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 60,962 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 60,787 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 60,758 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 60,357 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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LLW 609K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LLW 609K, 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 LLW 609K registered?

LLW 609K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 April 1972.

Is LLW 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLW 609K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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