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MLU 342L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,654 mi
Last recorded92,654 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLU 342L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 92,654 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 92,433 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 92,264 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 92,260 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 92,249 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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MLU 342L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 MLU 342L, 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 MLU 342L?

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What year was MLU 342L registered?

MLU 342L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 October 1972.

Is MLU 342L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLU 342L shows 5 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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