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XNT 897K

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,840 mi
Last recorded85,840 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNT 897K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 85,840 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 85,633 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 85,108 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 84,615 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 83,947 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 83,256 miles

Play in nearside front king pin.

Pass 5 Mar 2019 82,997 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 82,997 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 82,677 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 82,372 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 82,122 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 82,108 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 82,101 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2013 82,078 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 81,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 May 2012 81,999 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 81,982 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 81,890 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 81,811 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 81,637 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 81,311 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 80,528 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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XNT 897K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,542 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 XNT 897K, 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 54 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 XNT 897K registered?

XNT 897K is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is XNT 897K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNT 897K shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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