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UJO 126K

1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,860 mi
Last recorded60,860 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK448,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJO 126K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK4
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,860 miles

fuel pipe runs close to inner wing

Fail 18 Apr 2018 60,860 miles

fuel pipe runs close to inner wing

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 60,854 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 60,845 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly cracking (2.4.G.2)

speedo cable grommet missing in bulk head(cable tied away from shaft)

steering wheel cover slightly deteriated

Pass 30 Apr 2015 60,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front registration plate slightly damaged

Fail 28 Apr 2015 60,744 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front registration plate slightly damaged

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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UJO 126K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4 in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UJO 126K, 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

How do I check the history of UJO 126K?

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What year was UJO 126K registered?

UJO 126K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire MK4, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is UJO 126K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJO 126K 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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