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NGP 284L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,951 mi
Last recorded18,951 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGP 284L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2024 18,951 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 16,396 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 15,930 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 14,855 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 10,563 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 9,241 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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NGP 284L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NGP 284L, 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 NGP 284L?

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What year was NGP 284L registered?

NGP 284L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 October 1972.

Is NGP 284L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGP 284L shows 6 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 NGP 284L have outstanding finance?

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