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RAW 482R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,615 mi
Last recorded69,615 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAW 482R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 69,615 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 89,330 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 89,058 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 88,875 miles

slight play in nearside front bottom of kingpin.

Fail 2 Jun 2014 88,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight play in nearside front bottom of kingpin.

Pass 18 Apr 2011 88,704 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 88,304 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 86,268 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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RAW 482R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RAW 482R, 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 RAW 482R?

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What year was RAW 482R registered?

RAW 482R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is RAW 482R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAW 482R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAW 482R have outstanding finance?

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