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MRF 483L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,116 mi
Last recorded86,116 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRF 483L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2017 86,116 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer deteriorating (7.1.2)

Offside hand brake effort is low

Pass 7 Jun 2016 85,988 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 85,897 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 85,667 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 85,402 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

crack in secondary windscreen and wiper blades deteroiated

Pass 29 Mar 2012 85,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 84,852 miles

Windscreen in down position.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 84,852 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 84,852 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 84,852 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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MRF 483L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MRF 483L, 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 MRF 483L registered?

MRF 483L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MRF 483L safe to buy?

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