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RAO 338R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,031 mi
Last recorded86,031 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAO 338R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 86,031 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2014 85,587 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front tyres have slight perishing outer edges.

steering lock slight tightness in operation.

Pass 10 Jul 2013 84,843 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 84,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 82,977 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 81,252 miles

oil leak from diff

Pass 2 Apr 2009 78,749 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2008 76,198 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 73,198 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 73,198 miles

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

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

slight corrosion on floor out of prescribed area

Pass 27 Mar 2006 70,580 miles

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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RAO 338R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RAO 338R, 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 RAO 338R?

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What year was RAO 338R registered?

RAO 338R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is RAO 338R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAO 338R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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