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WRU 313K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,321 mi
Last recorded97,321 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRU 313K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 97,321 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 96,972 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 96,581 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 96,170 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 95,683 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 95,154 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 93,918 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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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WRU 313K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WRU 313K, 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

How do I check the history of WRU 313K?

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What year was WRU 313K registered?

WRU 313K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 August 1971.

Is WRU 313K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRU 313K shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WRU 313K have outstanding finance?

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