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WXC 73K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,147 mi
Last recorded20,147 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXC 73K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 20,147 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 17,188 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 16,062 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 15,409 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 15,181 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 15,005 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 14,760 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 14,760 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2015 14,394 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 13,112 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 12,423 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 12,332 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 10,185 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 9,693 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 9,689 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

small cut in the nearside steering rack boot

Pass 17 Sep 2008 8,275 miles

front brakes just in balance

Pass 18 Jul 2007 6,863 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 5,740 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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WXC 73K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WXC 73K, 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 WXC 73K registered?

WXC 73K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 September 1971.

Is WXC 73K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WXC 73K 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.

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