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PDT 52R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

79,244 mi
Last recorded79,244 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2007
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDT 52R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2007 79,244 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 79,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 79,236 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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PDT 52R 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 33.3%.

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 PDT 52R, 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

How do I check the history of PDT 52R?

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What year was PDT 52R registered?

PDT 52R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 February 1977.

Is PDT 52R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDT 52R shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PDT 52R have outstanding finance?

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