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PYM 61R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,940 mi
Last recorded91,940 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYM 61R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 91,940 miles

Difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet.

Headlamp aims just within set limits, and indicator flash rate just acceptable.

Possible slight coolant leak heater hose area.

Underside waxoyled/undersealed.

Underside waxoyled/undersealed.

some untidy wiring under bonnet.

Fail 15 Aug 2017 91,940 miles

Difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet.

Headlamp aims just within set limits, and indicator flash rate just acceptable.

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Possible slight coolant leak heater hose area.

Underside waxoyled/undersealed.

Underside waxoyled/undersealed.

some untidy wiring under bonnet.

Pass 8 Aug 2016 91,881 miles

Difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet.

Headlamp aims just within set limits.

Indicator flash rate just correct.

Nsf outer t rod end rubber boot perishing.

Some slightly untidy electrical wiring under bonnet.

aerial broken and wiper clearance just satisfactory.

Fail 1 Aug 2016 91,824 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle osf brake performance less responsive than nsf by over 25% (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet.

Headlamp aims just within set limits.

Indicator flash rate just correct.

Nsf outer t rod end rubber boot perishing.

Some slightly untidy electrical wiring under bonnet.

aerial broken and wiper clearance just satisfactory.

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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PYM 61R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PYM 61R, 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 PYM 61R?

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What year was PYM 61R registered?

PYM 61R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is PYM 61R safe to buy?

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