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RAE 737S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,945 mi
Last recorded84,945 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAE 737S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 84,945 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion started around brake and clutch master cylinders. fuel cap seal in very poor condition.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 84,766 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 84,726 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Trunion bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 84,356 miles

N/S/R tyre in poor condition Centre pipe support mounting in poor condiion.

Pass 2 Jul 2014 84,070 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 84,049 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 83,743 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 83,743 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,146 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 83,018 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 82,753 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 82,561 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 82,360 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 82,360 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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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RAE 737S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RAE 737S, 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 RAE 737S registered?

RAE 737S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is RAE 737S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAE 737S shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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