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MWS 309R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,824 mi
Last recorded95,824 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWS 309R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 95,824 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak very slight ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 95,729 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 95,624 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 93,435 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 92,492 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 92,251 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 91,569 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 91,558 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 91,353 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 90,627 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 89,879 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 89,084 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 89,084 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b)

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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MWS 309R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MWS 309R, 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

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What year was MWS 309R registered?

MWS 309R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 August 1976.

Is MWS 309R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWS 309R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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