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LPC 809P

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,136 mi
Last recorded90,136 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 809P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 90,136 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 90,840 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 89,423 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 89,364 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 87,932 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 86,613 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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LPC 809P is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 59,293 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 LPC 809P, 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 51 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 LPC 809P?

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What year was LPC 809P registered?

LPC 809P is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 November 1975.

Is LPC 809P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPC 809P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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