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YET 565L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,025 mi
Last recorded73,025 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYET 565L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 73,025 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 73,012 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2017 72,983 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 72,965 miles

all tyres starting to crack

Pass 27 May 2015 72,960 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 72,954 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 72,909 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 72,901 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 72,884 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2009 72,834 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 72,777 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 72,760 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 72,735 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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YET 565L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YET 565L, 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 YET 565L?

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What year was YET 565L registered?

YET 565L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is YET 565L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YET 565L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YET 565L have outstanding finance?

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