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PLN 750L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,310 mi
Last recorded67,310 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLN 750L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 67,310 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 67,310 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 66,678 miles

Advise check handbrake adjustment

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 66,303 miles

Oil leak From engine ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 66,018 miles

Offside Front Lower trunion slight wear

Oil leak from engine ()

Pass 5 May 2016 65,591 miles

Offside Front Lower (trunion) slight wear

Oil leak from engine

Pass 10 Apr 2015 65,141 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 64,950 miles

Oil leak

front trunions small play

Pass 9 Apr 2013 64,377 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 63,677 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 63,486 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 63,485 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 62,234 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 61,047 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 50,283 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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PLN 750L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PLN 750L, 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 PLN 750L?

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What year was PLN 750L registered?

PLN 750L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 June 1973.

Is PLN 750L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLN 750L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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