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MTG 990P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,986 mi
Last recorded91,986 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTG 990P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 91,986 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 91,979 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2015 91,623 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2008 91,507 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 90,594 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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MTG 990P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 MTG 990P, 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 50 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 MTG 990P?

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What year was MTG 990P registered?

MTG 990P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 May 1976.

Is MTG 990P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTG 990P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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