MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,432 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WUD 862M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 WUD 862M, 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 WUD 862M?
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What year was WUD 862M registered?
WUD 862M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 September 1973.
Is WUD 862M safe to buy?
The MOT history for WUD 862M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WUD 862M have outstanding finance?
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