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NCN 457L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,266 mi
Last recorded67,266 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCN 457L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2011 67,266 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 67,238 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 67,176 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 67,176 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 67,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 67,162 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 67,121 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2007 67,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 67,020 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 66,996 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 66,996 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Centre Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

gearbox leaking,dash bulbs inop and play in steering column bushes.

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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NCN 457L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NCN 457L, 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 NCN 457L registered?

NCN 457L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is NCN 457L safe to buy?

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