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TPL 728F

1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,647 mi
Last recorded84,647 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK342,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPL 728F
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 84,647 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 84,646 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 83,529 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 83,529 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 83,529 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 83,516 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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TPL 728F is a 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 42,302 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 MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TPL 728F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 58 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of TPL 728F?

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What year was TPL 728F registered?

TPL 728F is a 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 5 March 1968.

Is TPL 728F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPL 728F shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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