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NPK 470L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,602 mi
Last recorded20,602 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPK 470L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 20,602 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 20,043 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,506 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 17,194 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 16,690 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,347 miles

Both rear tyres worn low & prished (nearside worn on limit)

Oil leaks

Fail 15 Apr 2013 16,347 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Both rear tyres worn low & prished (nearside worn on limit)

Oil leaks

Pass 10 Apr 2012 15,862 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,618 miles

Oil leak

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

offside front door intermitant opening from the outside

Pass 6 Apr 2010 15,319 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,915 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 12,159 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,863 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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NPK 470L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NPK 470L, 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 NPK 470L?

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What year was NPK 470L registered?

NPK 470L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 December 1972.

Is NPK 470L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPK 470L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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