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VDB 428K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,831 mi
Last recorded92,831 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDB 428K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 92,831 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 92,380 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 92,135 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 92,011 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 91,984 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 91,977 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 91,977 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 91,977 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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VDB 428K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 VDB 428K, 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 55 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 VDB 428K registered?

VDB 428K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is VDB 428K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDB 428K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VDB 428K have outstanding finance?

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