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MBW 783E

1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,694 mi
Last recorded54,694 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK336,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 783E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 54,694 miles

Steering system lightly rubbing little clearance due to slightly wider wheels? (2.1.4 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 54,692 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering system fouling lack of clearance wheel/arb links (2.1.4 (a))

Steering system lightly rubbing little clearance due to slightly wider wheels? (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Steering component casing retaining devices dangerously loose ns tr assy bolt (2.1.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,461 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 53,364 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 51,821 miles

Front Both front wheel bearings have play

Fail 14 Mar 2016 51,821 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Both front wheel bearings have play

Pass 5 Dec 2014 50,785 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,054 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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MBW 783E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 36,383 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBW 783E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 59 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MBW 783E registered?

MBW 783E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 9 June 1967.

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