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MLK 134L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,027 mi
Last recorded76,027 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLK 134L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 76,027 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 75,993 miles

O/S/R tyre cracking inbetween tread.

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 75,670 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 75,603 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 75,549 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 75,549 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2006 75,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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MLK 134L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MLK 134L, 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 MLK 134L?

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What year was MLK 134L registered?

MLK 134L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is MLK 134L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLK 134L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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