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PCE 865R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,089 mi
Last recorded24,089 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCE 865R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 24,089 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 24,021 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 23,997 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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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PCE 865R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PCE 865R, 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 PCE 865R registered?

PCE 865R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 May 1977.

Is PCE 865R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCE 865R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCE 865R have outstanding finance?

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