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WBV 5L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,796 mi
Last recorded59,796 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBV 5L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2007 59,796 miles

Oil leak

car very low to floor

Pass 5 Jul 2006 59,568 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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WBV 5L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 WBV 5L, 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 53 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 WBV 5L?

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What year was WBV 5L registered?

WBV 5L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 April 1973.

Is WBV 5L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBV 5L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WBV 5L have outstanding finance?

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