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MBH 770L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,673 mi
Last recorded73,673 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBH 770L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 73,673 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 73,601 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 73,601 miles

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

electrical wiring insecure

wear noted wiper linkage

Fail 9 Jun 2010 73,474 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rust on under body

warp on front brakes

Pass 9 Jun 2010 73,474 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rust on under body

warp on front brakes

Pass 30 May 2009 72,988 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 72,678 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 71,411 miles

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

rear valance rusted

slight warp on front brakes

Pass 19 May 2006 70,480 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight warp on o/s/f brake

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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MBH 770L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MBH 770L, 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 MBH 770L registered?

MBH 770L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 October 1972.

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