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LTE 596K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,809 mi
Last recorded4,809 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTE 596K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2010 4,809 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

nearside seat belt tangled

play in both lower trunion suspension joints

Pass 7 Jul 2009 9,628 miles

brake fluid on front & rear bleed nipples

oil leak on engine

play in both front lower king pin bolts

slight blow from front exhust joint

Pass 9 Jul 2008 4,595 miles

sighns of brake fluid on /n/s rear brake drum

Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,505 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

hewadlight pattern just acceptable

nearside rear foot & handbrake effort lower than offside

play in both front suspension lopwer trunions

slight leak on exhaust

Pass 13 Jul 2006 4,493 miles

nearside rear foot & handbrake not as efficient as offside

slight imbalance on front brakes

slight play at front lower trunions

speedo cable fouling on steering column

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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LTE 596K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LTE 596K, 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 LTE 596K?

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What year was LTE 596K registered?

LTE 596K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is LTE 596K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTE 596K shows 5 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 LTE 596K have outstanding finance?

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