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NRX 409K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,075 mi
Last recorded28,075 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2009
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRX 409K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2009 28,075 miles

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

rear and centre exhaust section corroded and slight blow

Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,932 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,770 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 26,509 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 26,509 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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NRX 409K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NRX 409K, 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 NRX 409K?

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What year was NRX 409K registered?

NRX 409K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is NRX 409K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRX 409K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NRX 409K have outstanding finance?

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