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WDB 72S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,561 mi
Last recorded20,561 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDB 72S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2014 20,561 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 20,482 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 16,884 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,023 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 11,967 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 8,388 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight binding to front brakes

Pass 12 May 2008 6,358 miles

corrosion to nearside front floor but not whithin 12 of load bearing point

Pass 14 May 2007 4,435 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 May 2006 98,395 miles

handbrake requires adjustment

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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WDB 72S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 WDB 72S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WDB 72S?

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What year was WDB 72S registered?

WDB 72S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is WDB 72S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDB 72S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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