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OMB 962L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,511 mi
Last recorded43,511 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMB 962L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 43,511 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 43,503 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached Nut not fastened to bolt correctly (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 43,459 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 43,074 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 43,068 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 43,052 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 42,888 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 42,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 42,562 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 42,387 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 42,387 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 42,088 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,982 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,627 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,863 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 40,472 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 40,348 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 39,559 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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OMB 962L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 OMB 962L, 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 53 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 OMB 962L?

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What year was OMB 962L registered?

OMB 962L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 February 1973.

Is OMB 962L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMB 962L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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