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PLW 374L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,153 mi
Last recorded70,153 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLW 374L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 70,153 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,927 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 69,882 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 69,846 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 69,773 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2017 69,769 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system fouling steering column fouling speedo cable (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,561 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 69,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

underside of the vehicle undersealed

Pass 25 Mar 2014 69,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 69,039 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 68,795 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,224 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 66,620 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 64,485 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 62,782 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 57,695 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 55,630 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 51,207 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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PLW 374L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PLW 374L, 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 PLW 374L?

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What year was PLW 374L registered?

PLW 374L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 June 1973.

Is PLW 374L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLW 374L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLW 374L have outstanding finance?

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