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OPB 18R

1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,770 mi
Last recorded3,770 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire 150042,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 18R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 3,770 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 3,570 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 3,550 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 3,512 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 3,509 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 3,436 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 3,390 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 3,382 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 3,287 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 3,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Fail 12 Sep 2009 3,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 3,167 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 3,059 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 2,929 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 2,800 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 2,483 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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OPB 18R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 42,281 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPB 18R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPB 18R?

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What year was OPB 18R registered?

OPB 18R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 12 August 1976.

Is OPB 18R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 18R shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPB 18R have outstanding finance?

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