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WDR 719M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,360 mi
Last recorded73,360 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDR 719M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 73,360 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 72,780 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 72,741 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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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WDR 719M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 WDR 719M, 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

How do I check the history of WDR 719M?

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What year was WDR 719M registered?

WDR 719M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is WDR 719M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDR 719M shows 3 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.

Does WDR 719M have outstanding finance?

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