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YSR 190L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,741 mi
Last recorded2,741 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSR 190L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 2,741 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 2,712 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 2,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 2,300 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 2,165 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 2,165 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 2,109 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 2,102 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 2,102 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 May 2006

O/S/F tyre slightly touching on wheelhouse at some point of suspension articulation.

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f and n/s/f brake hoses have reinforced sleeve touching body on full lock.Original design feature.

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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YSR 190L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 YSR 190L, 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 YSR 190L?

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What year was YSR 190L registered?

YSR 190L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is YSR 190L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSR 190L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSR 190L have outstanding finance?

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