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HHA 53L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,850 mi
Last recorded32,850 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHA 53L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2019 32,850 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 32,671 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 32,348 miles

Brakes slightly spongy

Exhaust blowing slightly

Pass 23 Sep 2016 32,097 miles

brake pedal slightly spongy

nsf top susp arm ny lock nut not completly locked to bolt thread

Pass 15 Sep 2015 31,899 miles

both rear tyres wearing thin

osf top suspension bush front slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2014 29,957 miles

slight play in osf wheel bearing

Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,138 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,671 miles

nsf rack boot perished

slight play in osf wheel bearing

Pass 12 Sep 2011 28,026 miles

diff leaking

exhaust loose at front and rear and nut missing on down pipe

slight play in osf wheel bearing

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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HHA 53L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HHA 53L, 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 HHA 53L registered?

HHA 53L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is HHA 53L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHA 53L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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