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MHT 328L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

46,953 mi
Last recorded46,953 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHT 328L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 46,953 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 45,967 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 45,266 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 44,612 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 43,777 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 42,732 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 41,951 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 41,478 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 39,118 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 35,500 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 32,090 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes (nearside higher reading)

Pass 11 May 2012 28,616 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 26,138 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 23,812 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2009 22,223 miles

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

slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Apr 2008 21,816 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 21,123 miles

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

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 21,123 miles

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

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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MHT 328L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 MHT 328L, 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 53 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 MHT 328L registered?

MHT 328L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 April 1973.

Is MHT 328L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHT 328L shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MHT 328L have outstanding finance?

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