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PAX 616R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

74,437 mi
Last recorded74,437 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAX 616R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 74,437 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 74,437 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 60,982 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 61,179 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 60,807 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 98,831 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 98,828 miles

1.Boot floor starting to corrode(not checked properly due to boot trim) †2.Brake pipes starting to corrode(not checked properly due to protective coating) †3.Body filler evident n/s/f inner wheel arch †4.Floor & chassis starting to corrode

5.Slight exhaust blow rear jolint †6.Slight play steering rack †7.Brake pads not checked

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 98,828 miles

1.Boot floor starting to corrode(not checked properly due to boot trim) †2.Brake pipes starting to corrode(not checked properly due to protective coating) †3.Body filler evident n/s/f inner wheel arch †4.Floor & chassis starting to corrode

5.Slight exhaust blow rear jolint †6.Slight play steering rack †7.Brake pads not checked

Pass 3 May 2006 98,756 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 98,756 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

1.Brake pads not checked †2.Front flexi brake hoses starting to crack †3.Oil leak on engine/transmission †4.Slight exhaust blow at joints

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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PAX 616R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PAX 616R, 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 49 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 PAX 616R registered?

PAX 616R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 January 1977.

Is PAX 616R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAX 616R shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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