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NBU 42L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,933 mi
Last recorded36,933 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBU 42L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 36,933 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 33,418 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 30,168 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 27,312 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 21,100 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 18,847 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 17,939 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 14,838 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 11,195 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 5,719 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 2,505 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 2,055 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 1,545 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 1,075 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 279 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 20 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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NBU 42L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NBU 42L, 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

How do I check the history of NBU 42L?

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What year was NBU 42L registered?

NBU 42L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 May 1973.

Is NBU 42L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBU 42L shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NBU 42L have outstanding finance?

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