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UFM 798K

1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,789 mi
Last recorded70,789 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK448,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFM 798K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 70,789 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 70,762 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 70,760 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 70,633 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 70,080 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

main beem tell tell not working

Pass 14 Jun 2013 69,071 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 7 Jun 2013 69,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jun 2012 68,147 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 6 Jun 2012 68,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Jun 2011 66,463 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 66,454 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 66,422 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 68,420 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK4?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
brake binding 32
Stop lamp not working 29
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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UFM 798K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 48,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK4 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UFM 798K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UFM 798K registered?

UFM 798K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is UFM 798K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFM 798K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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