MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,620 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Central Front exhaust hanger missing
Rear brakes pipes incorrectly routed
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing trunion (2.4.G.2)
Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Rear brakes pipes incorrectly routed
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TLC 381M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 TLC 381M, 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 TLC 381M?
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What year was TLC 381M registered?
TLC 381M is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 September 1973.
Is TLC 381M safe to buy?
The MOT history for TLC 381M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TLC 381M have outstanding finance?
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