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VLY 292M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,607 mi
Last recorded8,607 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLY 292M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 8,607 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 8,607 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 8,521 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,658 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 5,288 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 4,365 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 3,498 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 102,213 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 672 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 99,160 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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VLY 292M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 VLY 292M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLY 292M registered?

VLY 292M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 February 1974.

Is VLY 292M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLY 292M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLY 292M have outstanding finance?

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