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XPV 493L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,239 mi
Last recorded50,239 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPV 493L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 50,239 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 49,067 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 48,475 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 48,136 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 47,863 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 47,499 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 47,302 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 47,019 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 46,812 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,401 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 45,784 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 44,938 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 44,177 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,523 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 42,660 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 41,544 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 39,758 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 38,153 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 37,014 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 35,486 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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XPV 493L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XPV 493L, 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

How do I check the history of XPV 493L?

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What year was XPV 493L registered?

XPV 493L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is XPV 493L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPV 493L shows 20 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 XPV 493L have outstanding finance?

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